Pura Vida Coconut Grove

3034 Grand Ave, Miami, FL 33133
Vegetarian
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2025, Pura Vida Coconut Grove has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 26, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “in-use utensil not stored with handle above the top” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Among Miami restaurants, the typical score is 74; Pura Vida Coconut Grove is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired for Julio Alfaro 1/16/26.
53B-14-5
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed at women's bathroom 1 toilet did not auto flush. Operator was able to flush and clean stall. **Corrected On-Site**
32-23-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed at prep line reach in cooler in container of spinach and shredded cheese. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-06-5
82
Oct 8, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at stand cooler in kitchen prep area raw shelled eggs stored over gelato base mixes. Operator removed and stored on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at cook line. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed at cook line reach in cooler in a container of shredded cheese. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
78
Apr 28, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at coffee station hand wash sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed at coffee bar , metal paint brush.
14-14-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at front kitchen prep area on oven doors. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pura Vida Coconut Grove last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pura Vida Coconut Grove on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pura Vida Coconut Grove?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensil not stored with handle above the top” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pura Vida Coconut Grove.

How does Pura Vida Coconut Grove compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Pura Vida Coconut Grove most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Pura Vida Coconut Grove's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pura Vida Coconut Grove have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pura Vida Coconut Grove means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.