Riviere South Beach Hotel
Last inspected: Jul 11, 2025
90
Score
Riviere South Beach Hotel appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 11, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to the broader Miami Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 69, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
12B-13-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of apples being stored on the floor. The front desk agent put on top of case of coke cans.
08B-38-4
90
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 a service safe certification for. Richard Bennett on the wall that expired on 11-12-2023. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: 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 a service safe certification for. Richard Bennett on the wall that expired on 11-12-2023. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. The operator bought a quaternary test kit and is using chlorine. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Ariel working in the kitchen. As per Ariel he has been employed for approximately one year. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Ariel working in the kitchen. As per Ariel he has been employed for approximately one year. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
74
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
12A-02-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed the front desk agent washing plates, coffee mugs, bowls, spoons, knives, and forks in the single compartment utility sink.
22-45-4
Intermediate - One compartment sink used for warewashing.
16-28-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided. Observed the triple sink was removed and single compartment utility sink was installed. Observed the front desk agent washing plates, coffee mugs, bowls, spoons, knives, and forks in the single compartment utility sink.
16-22-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Ariel working in the kitchen. As per Ariel he has been employed for approximately one year.
53B-02-5
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing.
22-38-5
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 a service safe certification for. Richard Bennett on the wall that expired on 11-12-2023.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bow, with soapy water in the sink and a plastic tray on top of the sink.
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Equipment is washed in a one compartment utility sink.
16-13-5
32
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed two bags of liquid eggs defrosting in the triple sink. The manager moved the bags to a refrigerator.
06-01-5
86
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle located at three compartment sink, when water is turned on.
29-11-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Riviere South Beach Hotel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Riviere South Beach Hotel on file is from Jul 11, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Riviere South Beach Hotel?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Riviere South Beach Hotel.
How does Riviere South Beach Hotel compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Riviere South Beach Hotel most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Riviere South Beach Hotel's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Riviere South Beach Hotel have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Riviere South Beach Hotel 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 Riviere South Beach Hotel inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Riviere South Beach Hotel is inspected around two times per year on average.
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