The Patio
Last inspected: Jul 24, 2025
82
Score
Inspectors have visited The Patio seven times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 24, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce”, which has been cited three times.
The Patio's latest score of 82 sits above the Miami Beach average of 69. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bottle of water on top of reach in cooler at prep area, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted by pre table. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler across from handsink. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled throughout reach in coolers at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
74
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
58
May 7, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
12A-02-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef and fish over vegetables in the walk-in cooler. The manager moved the items to the correct shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. The fish was located in the upright freezer.
03G-05-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The manager brought towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. The manager had it cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. The manager moved to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on top of the ice machine. The manager moved it. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at the triple sink. The manager removed the knives. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed salmon in a metal pan with water sitting on a prep table.
06-01-5
43
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw mahi-mahi over vegetables at walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: Observed raw mahi-mahi over vegetables at walk-in cooler. **Time Extended**
08A-04-5
86
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw mahi-mahi over vegetables at walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
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.
11-27-4
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 agreements via email.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of frying oil on floor at storage area. Box was removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at ware washing area. Manager placed a thermometer in unit. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar area. Manager placed sign.
31B-04-4
50
Dec 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled at all prep stations.
22-02-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaks at three compartment sink, and prep station.
29-11-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On ready to use containers at storage area.
16-46-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles cracked and missing in kettle area.
36-17-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards at prep station.
14-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bottles with sauces ready to be used not labeled at reach in cooler and on the line .
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Through out the kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels not stored in sanitizer water at grill prep area.
21-12-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing at prep area as well as next to walk in cooler.
36-36-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Patio last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Patio on file is from Jul 24, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Patio?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Patio.
How does The Patio compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
The Patio most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has The Patio's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Patio have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Patio 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 Patio inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Patio is inspected around three times per year on average.
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