Purple Orchid
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Purple Orchid, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.
Across the inspection history, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 17, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breakers on splitter at mop sink. **Warning**
29-42-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not smooth in the kitchen area. Also observed in 2nd floor storage area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed personal water bottle and opened juice stored on ice machine and in WIC. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hws in front area. **Warning**
31B-04-4
74
Jan 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile missing in kitchen across from stove. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed potato container stored on floor inside walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer chest. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets of walk in cooler soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water bottle stored in reach in cooler across from stove. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
12B-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Observed sugar removed from original packaging with no label. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
61
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 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.
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
70
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored in regular "Thank you" grocery bags inside walk in freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offers smoked salmon under menu items " bay avocado toast" and "salmon bay sandwich", items identified with an asterisk or symbol indicating that menu items are covered under the consumer advisory.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottles of fabulous all-purpose cleaner and sanitizer not labeled, stored under three compartment sink at kitchen area. Employee labeled spray bottles. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Observed clean utensils stored under soap dispenser located near handwash sink at front counter.
24-28-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed glass mugs, cups and dishware stored next to kitchen handwash sink, no splash guard provided.
24-27-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean plastic containers stored on floor at upstairs storage area.
24-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters above cookline. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean plastic containers located at upstairs storage area.
16-46-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket near mop sink at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed small plastic containers of almonds, granola, hemp seeds, chia seeds and other food items not labeled stored at kitchen area.
02D-01-5
50
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Sara Victoria Agudelo Acosta Serv Safe expired on 08-26-22.
53A-03-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of açaí stored on floor in walk in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Purple Orchid last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Purple Orchid on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Purple Orchid?
Across the inspection record, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Purple Orchid.
How does Purple Orchid compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Purple Orchid most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Purple Orchid's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Purple Orchid have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Purple Orchid 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 Purple Orchid inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Purple Orchid is inspected around two times per year on average.
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