Porter House Grill
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
52
Score
Across the available record, Porter House Grill has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 13, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
Looking across the full record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Porter House Grill's 52 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Observed establishment open at time of inspection and operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as 10/1/25.
50-17-3
Basic - Accumulation of black buildup in the interior of the ice machine/bin advised manager and he cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense various seasonings.
14-01-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Observed Wall behind 3 compartment sink soiled with black buildup.
36-27-5
Basic - Observed cases of potatoes stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildup.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
52
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked octopus in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager advised that he order certificates and is waiting for them to be delivered.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Observed bottom shelf on prep table rusted.
22-31-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
55
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Warning**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed to operator to print and post. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02A-01-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Food storage container cracked. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of drinks stored on floor in walk in cooler. Chef moved to chef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of takeout containers stored on floor in hallway. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter in customer reach. **Warning**
25-27-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Located in warewash area. **Warning**
36-27-5
32
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored over raw prime rib. Located in reach in cooler. Manager rearranged. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in warewash area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed brush and pipe being stored in hand washing sink. Located in warewash area. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Observed accumulation of black buildup in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
47
May 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter in reach of customers. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
90
Jul 21, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bookbag being stored on prep shelf next to food items.
40-06-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter in reach of customer.
25-27-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface from walk in cooler ceiling.
29-03-4
67
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Porter House Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Porter House Grill on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Porter House Grill?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Porter House Grill.
How does Porter House Grill compare to other restaurants in Sunny Isles Beach?
Porter House Grill most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Sunny Isles Beach average of 74.
Has Porter House Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Porter House Grill have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Porter House Grill means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Porter House Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Porter House Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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