Tap 42

19501 Biscayne Blvd Ste 1960, Aventura, FL 33180

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Tap 42 nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 22, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food storage container/container lid cracked or broken”, which has been cited four times.

Tap 42's latest score of 86 sits above the Aventura average of 76. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in dry storage area. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-05-4

Basic - Duct tape used to repair plastic container lid.

14-71-4

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Manager instructed employee to discard. **Corrected On-Site**

14-38-4

Nov 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Observed drink machine drain line draining into handwash sink in drink station.

31A-10-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit due to portable single burner device unplugged. Advised manager and plugged in. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Apr 10, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.

14-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

25-27-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager hung to dry. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Dec 17, 2024

Complaint Full

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Manager instructed employee to remove from packaging. **Corrective Action Taken**

06-09-1

Basic - Food storage container lid cracked. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

14-38-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Sep 19, 2024

Routine - Food

7 minor violations.

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Basic - Food storage container/cracked. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

14-38-4

Basic - Ice bucket stored on floor between uses in kitchen and bar area. Manager cleaned, sanitized and hung on wall. **Corrected On-Site**

10-14-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Manager instructed employee to clean. **Corrected On-Site**

14-69-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

16-46-4

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues. Manager instructed employee to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-16-4

Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed handle for scoop used to dispense flour broken. Advised manager and he discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

14-12-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar, flour and rice removed from their original container placed in plastic containers and not labeled. Manager added labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

May 13, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining a container of croutons. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-86-1

Oct 26, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils being stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**

16-21-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Located between prep tables. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Jan 25, 2023

Complaint Full

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 30, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tap 42 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tap 42 on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tap 42?

Across the inspection record, “food storage container/container lid cracked or broken” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tap 42.

How does Tap 42 compare to other restaurants in Aventura?

Tap 42 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Aventura average of 76.

Has Tap 42's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tap 42 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tap 42 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 Tap 42 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tap 42 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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