Pool Bar

18001 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at Pool Bar stretching back to 2022. Pool Bar was last inspected on Mar 24, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to three violations.

“Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Sunny Isles Beach facility scores 74, putting Pool Bar on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; sushi bar; raw salmon (50F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (47F - Cold Holding); raw hamachi (46F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); krab meat (47F - Cold Holding); eel (50F - Cold Holding) All were located in sushi cooler in beach bar. Per Manager food had only been in cooler for about 45 mins he further instructed employee to add ice bags to cool food down. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink in beach area bar not accessible for employee use at all times due to food strainer stored inside. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in beach area bar.
31B-04-4
67
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Observed case of 2 oz cups on floor. Chef moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
86
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 4, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
36-22-4
90
Oct 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Chef added. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with an accumulation of black debris. As per chef ice machine is not currently in use and they are awaiting maintenance to remove.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
82
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
90
Oct 19, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pool Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pool Bar on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pool Bar?

Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pool Bar.

How does Pool Bar compare to other restaurants in Sunny Isles Beach?

Pool Bar most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Sunny Isles Beach average of 74.

Has Pool Bar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pool Bar have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pool Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Pool Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pool Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.