Pura Vida Miami
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
74
Score
Pura Vida Miami has been inspected 15 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 28, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to six violations.
“Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing eight times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average South Miami restaurant scores 63. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside ice machine next to walk in cooler.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection.
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket across ovens in reach in cooler.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor at front counter. Operator corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at front counter. Operator had associate wipe out at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
74
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found observed 2 live flies at mop sink on single service boxes. Observed 2 live flies under shelf in warewash. Observed 3 live flies on wall and reach in freezer outside of walk in cooler. Observed 5 live flies at front counter flying around smoothie making station and on wall. Observed 2 live flies above prep cooler in kitchen area. Observed 3 live flies at front counter under service window. Observed 2 live flies under prep table across warewash area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-12: Observed 2 live flies on the wall above prep cooler in kitchen area. Observed 1 live fly in kitchen under prep table. Observed 1 live fly on box of parchment above oven. Observed 1 live fly on sign at front counter. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker for splitter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-12: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in warewash area; light shield cracked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-12: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-12: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
67
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker for splitter. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found observed 2 live flies at mop sink on single service boxes. Observed 2 live flies under shelf in warewash. Observed 3 live flies on wall and reach in freezer outside of walk in cooler. Observed 5 live flies at front counter flying around smoothie making station and on wall. Observed 2 live flies above prep cooler in kitchen area. Observed 3 live flies at front counter under service window. Observed 2 live flies under prep table across warewash area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw tuna not in original package over turkey bacon. Operator changed order. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-17-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cup in warewash area above dishes. Operator segregated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in warewash area; light shield cracked. **Warning**
38-01-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on containers in warewash area. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
47
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.**Warning** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-14: Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: Observed at time of callback operator sent in paperwork, no response from county. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-14: Observed in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
90
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.**Warning** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-14: Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-14: Observed in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
90
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies in mop sink area; no food contact. Observed 4 live flies in smoothie area on wall; no food contact. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed 6 live flies on wall at front counter in smoothie area; no food contact. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-14: Observed 1 live fly in smoothie spot. Observed 5 live flies in kitchen near hand sink; no food contact. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.**Warning** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-14: Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-14: Observed in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
78
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies in mop sink area; no food contact. Observed 4 live flies in smoothie area on wall; no food contact. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed 6 live flies on wall at front counter in smoothie area; no food contact. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.**Warning** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-13: Observed in kitchen area; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
78
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 live flies in mop sink area; no food contact. Observed 4 live flies in smoothie area on wall; no food contact. **Warning**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer; inspector went over process. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
53A-10-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed coffee cup in warewash area. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with 28 licensed seats observed approximately 50+ on site. Inspector provided form to operator for correction.**Warning** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area. **Warning**
36-02-5
61
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
74
May 9, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employees clean the gloves with a towel and then touching cheese , vegetables, and wrap. **Repeat Violation**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed salmon stored on top vegetables inside reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored it properly..**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Also observed raw tuna stored over cooked eggs. At walk in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed tuna in Individual packages bearing label inside vacuum package inside walk in cooler. Employee removed the tuna from the packages. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed over 80 seats and the license has 28 approved. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow moving water on handwashing sink at preparation area.
29-20-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop on floor next to mop sink . Employee stored mop to dry properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
52
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee cleaned the gloves with a towel and then touched the tuna salad at preparation area. Operator was informed that the gloves can not be cleaned with a dirty towel.
12A-28-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw turkey bacon stored over raw tuna at reach in freezer. Operator relocated the tuna. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.nAt three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink not accessible at preparation area.
31A-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed above 80 setting and the license has 28 seat. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed the utensil. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed utensil handle touching the kale at reach in cooler drawers. Operator removed the handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-06-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. At preparation area.
05-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service not stored inverted at salad station. Operator inverted the single service articles. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
39
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored between clean containers at shelves under preparation table.
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil inside of water at 79°F.
10-05-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shells eggs stored over cooked chicken at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the shells eggs to the bottom part. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the employees at preparation table use gloves and cleaned those with a towel and continuing to work with ready to eat food.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located next to reach in cooler.
31B-02-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed above 80 setting and the license has 28 seat.
51-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed utensil handle touching the cooked veggies at steam table. Operator removed the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed single service spoons for customer self service not properly protected at front counter. Operator removed the spoon. **Corrected On-Site**
25-09-4
30
Jun 6, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
58
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the white cutting boards of the kitchen grooved. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Observed the white cutting boards of the kitchen grooved. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop stored on the top surface of the ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Observed the ice scoop stored on the top surface of the ice machine. **Time Extended**
10-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed the Chia Parfait packed at the establishment missing the address of the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Observed the Chia Parfait packed at the establishment missing the address of the establishment. **Time Extended**
02D-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled wash cloth in use at the coffee station and kitchen area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Observed soiled wash cloth in use at the coffee station and kitchen area **Time Extended**
21-10-4
82
Sep 21, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
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 28, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pura Vida Miami?
Across the inspection record, “unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Pura Vida Miami.
How does Pura Vida Miami compare to other restaurants in South Miami?
Pura Vida Miami most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is higher than the South Miami average of 63.
Has Pura Vida Miami's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pura Vida Miami have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Pura Vida Miami 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 Pura Vida Miami inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pura Vida Miami is inspected around four times per year on average.
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