Tap Beer Miami

17850 W Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33160
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Tap Beer Miami, the earliest from 2023. On Jan 15, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.

“Observed establishment offering poached eggs” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, this is about average. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Observed raw chicken stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Observed various meats Stored in reach in freezer not covered. Chef covered with plastic. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
74
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Observed raw salmon not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a unapproved reduced oxygen packaging method. All fish was located in walk in cooler and completely thawed out. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation**
03G-04-5
High Priority - Observed various raw fish packaged in the establishment using a unapproved reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. **Repeat Violation**
03G-05-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon and raw chicken stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw fish, raw chicken and raw beef without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Advised that operator must cease operations until plan is approved. Provided HACCP PLAN application to operator via email.
03G-50-1
Basic - Observed Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense flour.
14-01-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of flour, corn starch and rice removed from original container, placed in plastic containers that is not identified by common name.
02D-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
47
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
58
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over ready to eat butter and bread. Located in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Observed establishment offering poached eggs and smoked salmon however menu does not identify that items are raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Repeat Violation**
02B-01-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloths lining pan of cut lettuce located in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
21-05-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed child car seat being stored in kitchen hallway on top of beer keg.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler and walk in freezer gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
61
May 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offering poached eggs and smoked salmon however menu does not identify that items are raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Repeat Violation**
02B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloths lining pan on buns. Located in kitchen reach in cooler.
21-05-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food on floor in walk in freezer and cases of sodas on floor behind front counter.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service items being stored on floor in kitchen area under prep table.
25-05-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
67
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 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 and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offering poached eggs and smoked salmon however menu does not identify that items are raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Repeat Violation**
02B-01-5
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Located behind front counter. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling in kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloths lining various pans of cut vegetables in reach in cooler and walk in cooler.
21-05-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food being stored on floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table. Manager moved to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
58
Jan 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tap Beer Miami last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tap Beer Miami on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tap Beer Miami?

Across the inspection record, “observed establishment offering poached eggs” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tap Beer Miami.

How does Tap Beer Miami compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Tap Beer Miami most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami average of 74.

Has Tap Beer Miami's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tap Beer Miami have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Tap Beer Miami 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 Tap Beer Miami inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tap Beer Miami is inspected around two times per year on average.