Sweet&Salt
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
43
Score
Inspectors have visited Sweet&Salt seven times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 4, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
“Observed lights in food preparation” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
By comparison, the average North Miami Beach facility scores 72, putting Sweet&Salt on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Observed raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Observed Employee began working with ice cream, handling clean equipment without first washing hands.
12A-16-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Observed Handwash sink not accessible for employee due to ice machine installed blocking path and dishes stored inside. Another hand washing sink is located in same area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Observed Lights in food preparation, or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Observed various Food stored on floor in dry storage area(dining room).
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
43
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Observed raw chicken and raw shell eggs being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. Advised Manager and she rearranged. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee due to ice machine installed blocking path and dishes stored inside. Another hand washing sink is located in same area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation/ food storage area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
70
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw shell eggs being stored over bar ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. Manager rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee due to ice machine installed blocking path. Another hand washing sink is located in same area.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Manager added. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
58
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of sugar being stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
86
May 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed various utensils being stored in hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being used to dispense oats. Manager discarded.
14-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage and warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service items being stored on floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
78
Nov 21, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in ware wash area relocated in different locations from plans. Contacted plan review to update plan revision approved per plan review. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
86
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of various ready to eat foods. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen equipment soiled with accumulated grease buildup and storage shelves soiled with accumulated food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots and pans being stored in mop sink. **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in prep area. **Warning**
38-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sweet&Salt last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sweet&Salt on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sweet&Salt?
Across the inspection record, “observed lights in food preparation” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sweet&Salt.
How does Sweet&Salt compare to other restaurants in North Miami Beach?
Sweet&Salt most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the North Miami Beach average of 72.
Has Sweet&Salt's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sweet&Salt have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sweet&Salt means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Sweet&Salt inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sweet&Salt is inspected around two times per year on average.
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