Tahiti
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
27
Score
Going back to 2022, Tahiti has six inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 24, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 12 violations per visit versus roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “equipment in poor repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Tahiti's 27 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Observed Employee touching bread with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.
09-01-4
High Priority - Observed raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to plastic container top stored inside.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Observed establishment offering raw salmon. However Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Observed mussel/ clam tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Advised person in charge and he put in order. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized metal pans stored on floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
24-07-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair reach in cooler behind bar and light fixtures in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
14-71-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. **Repeat Violation**
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Observed case of drinks stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed ice machine located in parking garage storage area not locked between uses. Advised manager that ice machine must remain locked and secured between use to protect from contamination. **Repeat Violation**
08B-62-4
Basic - Observed various of maintenance equipment and tools stored in dry storage/ food area. Advised person in charge that all must be moved to prevent cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. **Repeat Violation**
42-03-5
27
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Observed Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Observed paint brush used in food.
14-14-4
Intermediate - Observed some Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Observed Cleaned and sanitized ice bins used for customers stored on floor under front counter.
24-07-4
Basic - Observed ice machine in parking garage not locked between uses in order to protect from potential contamination.
08B-62-4
Basic - Observed reach in cooler in dry storage area not maintained in good repair with ambient temperature of 55°F. Per manager they are awaiting maintenance to repair. No TCS foods stored inside. Advised person in charge not to store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.
14-74-7
Basic - Observed various maintenance equipment/tools stored in food/ dry storage area. Advised person in charge that the storage of maintenance equipment and tools in this may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. **Repeat Violation**
42-03-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna and raw grouper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Duct tape used to repair reach in cooler in bar area.
14-71-4
43
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
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
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Located in dry storage area.
42-03-5
61
Oct 30, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna and raw mahi being stored on top of cooked rotini. Located in reach in cooler in front of stove.
08A-05-6
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna and mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on front counter in customer reach. **Repeat Violation**
25-27-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises and stored in dry storage area.
33-31-5
Basic - Water leaking from reach in cooler into to plastic container.
29-11-4
64
Aug 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
45
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef being stored on top of cooked rotini. Located in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of raw salmon and raw beef. Located in storage area reach in cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining mussel tags for 90 days.
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at kitchen hand washing sinks. Chef turned on. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tahiti last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tahiti on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tahiti?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tahiti.
How does Tahiti compare to other restaurants in Sunny Isles Beach?
Tahiti most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Sunny Isles Beach average of 74.
Has Tahiti's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tahiti have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tahiti 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 Tahiti inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tahiti is inspected around two times per year on average.
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