Whitney's Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Whitney's Restaurant has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 20, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited three times.
Whitney's Restaurant scores about where you'd expect for a Miami restaurant. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed on dry dish racks; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to several tiles near triple sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed water damage to several tiles near triple sink; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
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 1 reach in freezer across cook line no longer working. As per operator, used as storage. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed "cooler #2" with ambient temp of 52F. The following TCS foods stored inside for less than 2 hours: sliced tomato (56F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (52F - Cold Holding); turkey slices (51F - Cold Holding). Operator called technician and placed TCS foods into blast chiller. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed reach in freezer across cook line not working. No TCS foods stored inside. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed in small freezer at kitchen entrance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed in small freezer at kitchen entrance; at callback. **Time Extended**
14-36-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Observed in multiple coolers; at callback. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
74
Feb 19, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed "cooler #2" with ambient temp of 52F. The following TCS foods stored inside for less than 2 hours: sliced tomato (56F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (52F - Cold Holding); turkey slices (51F - Cold Holding). Operator called technician and placed TCS foods into blast chiller. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over cheese and cooked soup in reach in across cook line. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored above raw beef steaks. Operator corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on cook line. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line; 100F. Operator placed directly onto flat top to bring to 135F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed in small freezer at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
14-36-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in #1 and #2. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to several tiles near triple sink. **Warning**
36-32-5
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 1 reach in freezer across cook line no longer working. As per operator, used as storage. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed "cooler #2" with ambient temp of 52F. The following TCS foods stored inside for less than 2 hours: sliced tomato (56F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (52F - Cold Holding); turkey slices (51F - Cold Holding). Operator called technician and placed TCS foods into blast chiller. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-74-7
39
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where tulle sink is; dry dishes are stored. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict and avocado toast on menu with no indicator for raw/undercooked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: Observed avocado toast with poached eggs not marked. **Admin Complaint**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dishes racks next to triple sink. Observed on dry food racks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
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 walk in cooler #5 not working. As per operator; waiting on part. No TCS. Foods stored inside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in dry food storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in next to steam table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed on shelf in reach in under meat slicer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed where triple sink is. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
58
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in warmer: maduros (121F - Hot Holding); pork chops (130F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 1 hour. Chef placed items in oven to reheat. **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 in walk in next to produce cooler: raw beef items over raw fish items. Operator had employees change order on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where tulle sink is; dry dishes are stored. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict and avocado toast on menu with no indicator for raw/undercooked. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dishes racks next to triple sink. Observed on dry food racks. **Warning**
22-31-4
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 walk in cooler #5 not working. As per operator; waiting on part. No TCS. Foods stored inside. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in dry food storage. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in next to steam table. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed on shelf in reach in under meat slicer. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef in standing water. Operator turned cold water on. As per chef, less than 1 hour. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed where triple sink is. **Warning**
36-27-5
39
Mar 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
70
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle with sanitizer stored at the table next to water, and orange juice at dining area. Operator removed the spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed garlic in oil (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator over night. Operator segregated the garlic in oil to discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic in oil (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator over night. And pico de gallon (52 F - Cold Holding) as per operator for less than one hour. Operator segregated the garlic in oil to discarded. And send the pico de gallo to the walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed three cutting boards no longer cleanable at kitchen area.
14-09-4
61
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
43
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and raw fish stored over precooked chicken wings at standing reach in cooler cook line. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw fish at reach in cooler cook line. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream cheese (70 F - Cold Holding); butter (68 F - Cold Holding) at buffet area. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator removed the products to a walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle with sanitizer on a shelf at preparation area. Spray bottle was removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples not wrapped at buffet area. Operator removed the apples to be wrapped. Observed the apples were wrapped. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-15-4
Intermediate - Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed raw beef inside of ROP at walk-in cooler. **Warning**
03G-43-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Can opener was moved to the dishwasher area to be cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-02-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle as per operator with sanitizer not labeled. Operator moved the spray bottle to be labeled. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At cook line. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose. Observed an employee cleaned up the floor with the wiping cloth used for occasional spills and letting the wiping cloth on the preparation table. Manager was informed and the wiping cloth was removed from the cooking line. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-01-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a Leaking faucet at preparation sink. **Warning**
29-11-4
27
May 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Sep 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Whitney's Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Whitney's Restaurant on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Whitney's Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Whitney's Restaurant.
How does Whitney's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Whitney's Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami average of 74.
Has Whitney's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Whitney's Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Whitney's Restaurant 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 Whitney's Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Whitney's Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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