Pura Vida Miami
2364 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305 · Permanent Food Service · License 1625907
What drove the grade
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Sep 9 complaint inspection1 intermediate (fixed on the spot), 3 basic-5
- Safety score95
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Inspection history
2 inspections · 3 visitsLatest inspection
Complaint inspection
- First visitSep 9, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
4 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate1
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Observed handwashing sink blocked with food containers. Operator removed containers from sink.
Fixed on the spot
Basic3
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Observed employee beverage container storage on food preparation table next to food items. Operator discarded at will.
Fixed on the spot
Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Observed a wet wiping cloth at front line not stored in sanitizer solution between use.
Code 25, Single-service items: Single-service articles improperly stored.
Observed takeout containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Fixed on the spot
Earlier inspections 1
C79Routine inspection6 violations, 1 high priority · 1 follow-up visit Fixed at follow-up
- Follow-up visitSep 1, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
All earlier violations corrected.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website - First visitAug 31, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
6 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Live, small flying insects found.
Observed approximately 1 small flying insect by takeout area. Additionally, observed 1 small flying insect land on deli paper, manager discarded paper. Additionally, observed 1 small flying insect flying inside pastry case.
Administrative complaint
Intermediate1
Code 03, Food out of temperature: Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.
Observed cut tomatoes (50°F - Cooling @10:30, cooling since 8:30, 52°@ 11:30) with lid on at reach in cooler. Manager placed in freezer uncovered to rapid chill.
Fixed on the spot
Basic4
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Observed handle touching fruit in reach in freezer, manager rearranged .
Fixed on the spot
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
On prep line
Code 24, Clean equipment storage and air drying: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Observed plastic 6 pans wet nesting.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Time/temperature control for safety food
- Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.
- Wet nesting
- Stacking dishes or containers before they have dried, which traps moisture where germs can grow.