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Pura Vida Miami

701 Brickell Ave #101, Miami, FL 33131
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Pura Vida Miami stretching back to 2022. On Jan 14, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “single-use gloves not changed as needed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Pura Vida Miami's latest score of 82 sits above the Miami average of 74. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Most kitchen employees.
12A-09-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
82
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Not changing gloves after changing work tasks kitchen area.
12A-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
82
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. **Corrected On-Site**
21-10-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
90
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
78
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
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.
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
64
Oct 23, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
86
Jul 25, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed most kitchen ceiling tile missing from the kitchen, doing Electrical work.
36-36-4
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pura Vida Miami last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pura Vida Miami on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pura Vida Miami?

Across the inspection record, “single-use gloves not changed as needed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pura Vida Miami.

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

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

Has Pura Vida Miami's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pura Vida Miami 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 Miami means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Pura Vida Miami inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pura Vida Miami is inspected around two times per year on average.

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