The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb)

2201 Collins Ave, Miami, FL 33139
American
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb), the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb)'s latest score of 82 sits above the Miami average of 74. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed Johnathan certificate expired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Admin Complaint**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle with a yellow oil not labeled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle with a yellow oil not labeled. **Warning** **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
82
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breasts (108F - Hot Holding); on the flat top. As per the food handler it was cook ed approximately an hour ago. The manager moved top the flat grill that was on to warm it up. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef patties over fish in the drawer reach in cooler at the cook line. The manager moved the beef patties to the bottom drawer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the hand sink full of ice. The manager removed the ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. The manager brought test strips. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-37-1
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. Observed Johnathan certificate expired. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed two knives between the hand sink and preparation reach in cooler. The manager removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed several utensils in a water temperature of 79°F. The manager poured out the water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on the cutting board. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle with a yellow oil not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
43
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board stained.
22-02-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between a preparation reach in cooler and prep table. The chef removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed two thermos bottles in the reach in cooler above food. The chef removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometer in either preparation cooler. The chef put thermometers in both reach in coolers. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in coolers gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
74
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
95
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler at the back of the truck gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a package of chicken and a container with Caesar dressing.in the triple sink. The chef moved the items to the reach in cooler.
06-01-5
82
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cleaning towel stored inside hand wash sink. Employee removed towel from inside had wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb) on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb)?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb).

How does The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb) compare to other restaurants in Miami?

The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb) most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb)'s inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb) have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb) 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 Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Restaurant at the W South Beach (Rwsb) is inspected around two times per year on average.