The Baked Bear

909 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Jul 7, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at The Baked Bear, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 7, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Compared to the broader Miami Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 69, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (72F - Cold Holding) on top of prep table, as per employee for approximately 1 hour to soften to make cookie dough.

03A-02-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer at front counter.

14-69-4

Nov 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Ivan Nuno hired for more than 60 days ago with no food handler certificate.

53B-02-5

Nov 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink splitter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-13: Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink splitter. **Time Extended**

29-42-4

Sep 13, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink splitter. **Warning**

29-42-4

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution concentration at 200 ppm. Employee diluted solution to 50-100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-42-4

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. Provided manager with employee reporting responsibilities agreement via email. **Warning**

11-26-1

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. Provided manager with cleanup procedures via email. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

11-27-4

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed manager wearing bracelets while handling cookies. Manager removed bracelets during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

13-07-4

Apr 12, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Ceiling tile missing

36-36-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Baked Bear last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Baked Bear on file is from Jul 7, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does The Baked Bear compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

The Baked Bear most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.

Has The Baked Bear's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Baked Bear have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Baked Bear 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 The Baked Bear inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Baked Bear is inspected around two times per year on average.

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