Tailwinds/Main Kitchen
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
67
Score
Tailwinds/Main Kitchen has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 20, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding); lentils soup (58F - cold Holding), stored in walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 8 hours before the inspection.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding); lentils soup (58F - cold Holding), stored in walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 8 hours before the inspection.
01B-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled. During the inspection employee cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
67
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed standing reach in freezer interior soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Observed: Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Observed: Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Priority: Basic
14-69-4
Basic - Observed: 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 snappers in individual vacuum packages inside walk in cooler . Operator removed fish from packaging.
06-09-1
82
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine not being used or working. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Observed ice machine not being used or working. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed no parasite destruction form. Will not use smoked salmon until form is provided by company.
01D-01-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 9 live flies in dry storage area, not touching any food.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan, chef and associates monitoring with time. Inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed ecolab drain line held in handsink. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no power at hand sink, operator brought over during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and breadcrumbs across oven with no label.
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed slime inside ice machine. Chef cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple tiles missing in kitchen area. As per operator, restaurant is still under renovation.
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine not being used or working.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of equipment across cook line.
23-03-4
43
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. **Corrected On-Site**
05-10-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen area.
36-36-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
70
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Nov 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination.
08B-01-4
86
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 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. Discussed with the operator and provided the manager with the handout. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer floor, shelves, and the condenser unit.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust. Shelf by the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Underneath the large dish machine. Observed employee cleaning the wall during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-27-5
78
Oct 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tailwinds/Main Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tailwinds/Main Kitchen on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tailwinds/Main Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tailwinds/Main Kitchen.
How does Tailwinds/Main Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Tailwinds/Main Kitchen most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Tailwinds/Main Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tailwinds/Main Kitchen have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tailwinds/Main Kitchen 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 Tailwinds/Main Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tailwinds/Main Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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