The Citadel
Last inspected: Dec 9, 2025
23
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at The Citadel, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 9, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 14 violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, showing up three times.
The Citadel's latest score of 23 falls below the Miami average of 74. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
6
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to be touching clean containers and utensils without washing hands. Observed owner of Shores venue touching the fish with bare hands unnecessarily. Owner was coached and explained about it. He washed his hands and placed gloves on. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-12-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed feta cheese at 49 F inside reach in cooler for less than 4 hrs , RIC was at proper temperature of 37 F). Employee placed ice underneath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not organized in chronological order. Observed at the Shores.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Employee using bare hand contact with nonready-to-eat food (such as raw animal food or flour) unnecessarily without the use of gloves, deli paper, scoops, tongs or other utensils. Observed owner of Shores venue touching the fish with bare hands unnecessarily. Owner was coached and explained about it. He washed his hands and placed gloves on. **Corrected On-Site**
09-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed some metal containers blocking the access to the hand sink located at the ware washing area, first floor. Employee moved all of them immediately. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed missing labels for fresh veggie juices that have been processed on site and packaged inside sealed plastic bottles in advance to customer orders. Juices have not been pasteurized. Person in charge discarded them . GM stated they will not be exposed and sold in the same way until they have the correct labels. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-12-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed missing TPHC procedure on place for Maki Son and Poke Son . Procedure was provided and filled it out. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Missing label for spray bottle with chemical product ( degreaser ) . Employee labeled the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed mold like substance inside the dishwasher located on the first floor.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of mold like substance inside the ice ,machine used for drinks.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container without handle to scoop the jark sauce at the Manjay location. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive amount of cut marks on the long white cutting board.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open cup with coffee on prep table. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed owner of Shores , handling food without hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handles in Pho sho venue. Employee removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel underneath cutting board at the USBS.
21-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. RIC located at the second d floor.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance on reach in cooler gaskets 2nd floor.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
23
Jan 7, 2025
Complaint Full
5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for employees Jeronimo and Joan.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked with mixer near pizza oven.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper at hand sink near pizza oven. Operator provided.**Repeat Violation** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink near pizza oven. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) under three compartment sink soiled.
29-18-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with salt stored on floor across pizza oven. Operator relocated correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle stored inside salt and corn flour.
14-01-5
47
Dec 1, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed on second floor ware washing area, approximately six flying insects landing near handwashing sink and shelving where cleaned baking sheet is stored. Observed on first floor ware washing area where clean dishes are stored approximately four flying insects landing on shelves where clean containers are stored. Observed at Pizza area approximately three flying insects landing on the hand wash sink and food preparation table. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Still observed on first floor ware washing area where clean dishes are stored approximately-six living flying insects. Still observed at pizza area approximately one living flying insect landing on the hand wash sink and food preparation table. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in second floor walk in freezer, raw chicken stored over raw beef. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Still observed in second floor walk in freezer, raw chicken stored over raw beef. **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
31A-01-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at rooftop bar handwashing sink and bathrooms. Observed at first floor ware wash area, hand wash sink contained no paper towels . **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed present at time of inspection. Observed at rooftop bar handwashing sink no paper towels available. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at rooftop bar. Observed at second floor ware wash area, hand wash sink contained no soap. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Still observed at rooftop bar no soap at hand wash sink. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at rooftop bar hand soap not labeled. Observed at first floor ware washing area degreaser not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Still observed spray bottles not labeled. **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed at first floor ware washing area a refrigerator and dish machine stored in disrepair - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Still observed at first floor ware washing area a refrigerator and dish machine stored in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at second floor ware washing area standing water under triple sink. Observed on first floor ice machine area water on floor. Observed at Pho Sho in warehouse washing area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed on first floor ice machine area standing water on floor. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed at rooftop bar. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Still observed at rooftop bar. **Time Extended**
10-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed at rooftop bar ice scoop stored on counter top. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed at rooftop bar ice scoop still stored on counter top. **Time Extended**
10-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at rooftop bar. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in second floor ware washing area, reach in cooler is soiled with food debris. Observed at first floor drain next to ice machine soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed walls at ice machine still soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at second floor ware-washing area, walls are soiled. Observed at first floor ware wash area, walls are soiled. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Still observed soiled walls at first floor ware wash area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed on second floor ware washing area, pipes underneath area leaking onto floor. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed water still leaking on second floor ware washing area, pipes underneath triple sink area leaking. **Time Extended**
29-11-4
32
Nov 30, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 10 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 30 violations
High Priority - Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments.
16-20-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed on second floor ware washing area, approximately six flying insects landing near handwashing sink and shelving where cleaned baking sheet is stored. Observed on first floor ware washing area where clean dishes are stored approximately four flying insects landing on shelves where clean containers are stored. Observed at Pizza area approximately three flying insects landing on the hand wash sink and food preparation table.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in second floor walk in freezer, raw chicken stored over raw beef.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed at triple sink and hand wash sink located inside Pho Sho Restaurant of Citadel, when faucets are turned on, the water that is drained from the pipes, drain onto the floor. It appears the drain hole is backed up and not properly draining causing water to spill through ware washing areas floor. Area is separated from kitchen area by a wall but employees utilize area for ware washing and hand washing. Advised General manager a plumber is needed immediately before completion of inspection.
28-26-5
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. **Repeat Violation**
16-33-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed on second floor ware wash area, hand sink contained a sponge. Employee removed sponge. Observed at handwashing sink with a sponge and Brillo pad stored. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed at second floor ware washing area no quaternary test kit. Observed at first floor ware washing area no chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
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 handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. **Repeat Violation**
31A-01-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at rooftop bar handwashing sink and bathrooms. Observed at first floor ware wash area, hand wash sink contained no paper towels . **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at rooftop bar. Observed at second floor ware wash area, hand wash sink contained no soap.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - One-compartment sink used for warewashing. Operator will utilize triple sink at back of establishment.
16-28-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at rooftop bar hand soap not labeled. Observed at first floor ware washing area degreaser not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed at rooftop bar.
10-14-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed at rooftop bar ice scoop stored on counter top.
10-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at Pho Sho.
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at rooftop bar.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in second floor ware washing area, reach in cooler is soiled with food debris. Observed at first floor drain next to ice machine soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer bucket stored on floor located PH SHO.
21-44-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed thawed raw chicken and raw beef stored inside metal container located near three compartment sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at second floor ware-washing area, walls are soiled. Observed at first floor ware wash area, walls are soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed on second floor ware washing area, pipes underneath area leaking onto floor.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed on first floor ware washing area, mop not properly stored to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.observed on second floor ware washing area, soiled wash clothes stored on floor under double sink.
21-09-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed at first floor ware washing area a refrigerator and dish machine stored in disrepair
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at second floor ware washing area standing water under triple sink. Observed on first floor ice machine area water on floor. Observed at Pho Sho in warehouse washing area.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout second storage and ware-washing area. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer on second floor, eight buckets of ice cream stored on floor.
08B-38-4
9
Jun 2, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Oct 5, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
61
Sep 9, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food 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. Observed employee touching herbs with bare hands and did not cook items prior to serving.
09-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above mayonnaise at Borto. Employee rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed meatballs date marked 8/31. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (74F - Cold Holding at room temperature) at Yuzu. As per employee, item was out from refrigeration for approximately 1 hour. Additionally, observed cheese (73F - Cold Holding at room temperature) , also approximately out of refrigeration for one hour. Employees will use time as a public health control in future. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phones on counter next to food preparation area in several outlets. Employees put phones away. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Inside walk in coolers.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plastic bottled water, oat milk, and oranges stored on floor. Manager rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under 3 compartment sink at Shores.
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Citadel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Citadel on file is from Dec 9, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Citadel?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Citadel.
How does The Citadel compare to other restaurants in Miami?
The Citadel most recently scored 23 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has The Citadel's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Citadel have averaged around 14 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Citadel 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 The Citadel inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Citadel is inspected around two times per year on average.
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