Big Joe
6987 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141 · Permanent Food Service · License 2337207
What drove the grade
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 28 routine inspection2 intermediate, 5 basic-11
- Safety score89
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitOct 28, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
7 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate2
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Observed container lids stored in hand wash sink near mop sink.
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Food manager certification expired.
A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certificate for Diego Macedo is expired as of 06/14/2026.
Basic5
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.
Observed plastic jugs of oil stored on floor near entrance of kitchen. Observed bag of onions, plastic jugs of sauce and plastic water bottles stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Equipment in poor repair.
Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at cook line soiled line and at reach in freezer at front counter in disrepair.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Observed exposed insulation in reach in freezer and front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Observed ice buildup inside of chest freezer at cook line.
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Observed ceiling tiles above dining area and hallways towards restrooms showing water damage.
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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.