Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County

EL CARNIVAL

809 LINCOLN RD, Miami Beach, FL 33139

FoodSeating
Latest violations
14
1 High Priority
Mar 16, 2026
City
Miami Beach
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
5

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Mar 16, 2026

Complaint Full

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 5Basic: 8Total: 14

01B-13-4

Detail 24443853

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 20 salmon fillets and 11 tuna filets with an internal temperature of 41F still in the vacuum. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed 10 tuna fillets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature of 42°F. Admin Complaint

31A-11-4

Detail 24443860

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed fruit and utensils in the hand washing sink at the bar. The manager removed everything. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed fruit and utensils in the hand washing sink at the bar. The manager removed everything. Repeat Violation Warning Time Extended

02B-01-5

Detail 24443852

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed carnival ceviche, salmon or tuna crispy, tuna or salmon tartare, oysters. As per the manager those are severed raw. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed carnival ceviche, salmon or tuna crispy, tuna or salmon tartare, oysters. As per the manager those are severed raw. Repeat Violation Warning Admin Complaint

05-08-4

Detail 24443861

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning Time Extended

01C-03-4

Detail 24443858

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Oyster tags not marked with last date served. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Intermediate - Oyster tags not marked with last date served. Warning Time Extended

02A-01-5

Detail 24443850

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided printed and displayed during the inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided printed and displayed during the inspection. Repeat Violation Warning Admin Complaint

23-24-4

Detail 24443863

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on most coolers. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on most coolers. Warning Time Extended

24-06-4

Detail 24443856

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean dishes stored on a rusty shelf. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean dishes stored on a rusty shelf. Repeat Violation Warning Time Extended

06-09-1

Detail 24443859

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 20 salmon fillets and 11 tuna filets with an internal temperature of 41F still in the vacuum. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed 10 tuna fillets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature of 42°F Admin Complaint

14-11-5

Detail 24443851

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the second reach in cooler door falls off when opened.r Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the second reach in cooler door falls off when opened.r Warning Time Extended

31B-04-4

Detail 24443855

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the ladies restroom. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the ladies restroom. Repeat Violation Warning Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24443857

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler doors and gaskets soiled throughout the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler doors and gaskets soiled throughout the kitchen Time Extended

21-12-4

Detail 24443862

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Warning Time Extended

02D-01-5

Detail 24443854

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles with different liquids not labeled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles with different liquids not labeled. Repeat Violation Warning Time Extended

Jan 14, 2026

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 12Basic: 12Total: 28

09-02-5

Detail 24302897

High Priority - Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food while the establishment is under a foodborne illness investigation. Observed the bartender holding and cutting mint with bare hands at the bar. Warning

12A-07-5

Detail 24302901

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at the cook line the cook cutting chicken removed gloves and put on gloves and put fish on the grill without washing his hands. Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 24302890

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked mashed potatoes in the upright refrigerator at the back of the kitchen. Warning

01B-13-4

Detail 24302884

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 20 salmon fillets and 11 tuna filets with an internal temperature of 41°F still in the vacuum. Repeat Violation Warning

53A-10-4

Detail 24302893

Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Asked the manager about oyster tag regulations she didn't no the answer. Warning

01C-02-4

Detail 24302879

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 24302887

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade and soda gun nozzle at the bar. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 24302900

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed fruit and utensils in the hand washing sink at the bar. The manager removed everything. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

02B-01-5

Detail 24302881

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed carnival ceviche, salmon or tuna crispy, tuna or salmon tartare, oysters. As per the manager those are severed raw. Repeat Violation Warning

16-37-1

Detail 24302880

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 24302883

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the kitchen entrance. The manager brought towels. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

05-08-4

Detail 24302898

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning

53B-02-5

Detail 24302896

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following food handlers working; Paully; Alvaro; Camille; and vaitiare all have been employed for more than 60. Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 24302903

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap. Observed at the bar and kitchen entrance. The manager brought soap. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

01C-03-4

Detail 24302904

Intermediate - Oyster tags not marked with last date served. Warning

02A-01-5

Detail 24302877

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Form provided printed and displayed during the inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

14-01-5

Detail 24302895

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of red pepper flakes and in a container of cooked rice. The manager removed the items. Corrected On-Site Warning

23-24-4

Detail 24302878

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on most coolers. Warning

24-06-4

Detail 24302892

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean dishes stored on a rusty shelf. Repeat Violation Warning

06-09-1

Detail 24302885

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 20 salmon fillets and 11 tuna filets with an internal temperature of 41°F still in the vacuum. Repeat Violation Warning

14-11-5

Detail 24302886

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the second reach in cooler door falls off when opened.r Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24302899

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several bags of ice on the walk-in freezer floor. Warning

10-20-4

Detail 24302894

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 pairs on the oven door. The manager removed it. Corrected On-Site Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 24302888

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the ladies restroom. Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24302882

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler doors and gaskets soiled throughout the kitchen. Warning

25-27-4

Detail 24302902

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bartender moved the moved them behind the bar. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

21-12-4

Detail 24302889

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 24302891

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles with different liquids not labeled. Repeat Violation Warning

Sep 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 4Basic: 8Total: 17

12A-07-5

Detail 24067111

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.

12A-17-4

Detail 24067102

High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.

08A-14-5

Detail 24067103

High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw shell eggs over cook chicken in the upright cooler. The owner moved the eggs to the bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

08A-04-5

Detail 24067097

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over onions in the walk-in cooler. The owner moved the onions to the top shelf. Repeat Violation

01B-13-4

Detail 24067110

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 20 tuna fillets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature of 41°F. Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 24067105

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a drink shaker in the sink. The bar tender removed it. Corrected On-Site

02B-01-5

Detail 24067107

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed salmon or tuna crispy, tuna or salmon tartare and seared ahi tuna steak on the menu, As per the owner those items are severed raw. The owner put an asterisk next to each item. Repeat Violation

16-37-1

Detail 24067099

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 24067109

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The owner brought soap.

14-01-5

Detail 24067106

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed in a container of pasta. The owner removed it. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

06-09-1

Detail 24067095

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 20 tuna fillets still in the vacuum with an internal temperature of 41°F. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 24067104

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach in coolers gaskets torn. Repeat Violation

10-14-5

Detail 24067096

Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed at the kitchen entrance. The cook moved it to the ice machine. Corrected On-Site

10-08-5

Detail 24067101

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar. The bar tender inverted it. Corrected On-Site

31B-04-4

Detail 24067100

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the ladies room. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 24067108

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the gaskets soiled

25-27-4

Detail 24067098

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bar tender put them behind the bar. Repeat Violation

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 4Basic: 9Total: 16

08A-04-5

Detail 23668995

High Priority - Observed: Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over lemons in the walk-in cooler. Priority: High Priority

01B-13-4

Detail 23668991

High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed a package of white fish still in the vacuum with an internal temperature I’d 41° Priority: High Priority

29-34-4

Detail 23669011

High Priority - Observed: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink. Priority: High Priority

31A-11-4

Detail 23669012

Intermediate - Observed: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a gallon bottle of degreaser in the sink in the ware washing room. The owner removed it. Priority: Intermediate

02B-01-5

Detail 23668992

Intermediate - Observed: Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed the brunch menu has Tuna and Salmon bowls and the dinner menu has tuna and salmon tartare. As per the owner those items are served raw and are not identified as raw. The owner put asterisks on the menus. Corrected On-Site Priority: Intermediate

31B-02-4

Detail 23669019

Intermediate - Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the ware washing room. Priority: Intermediate

29-28-4

Detail 23669010

Intermediate - Observed: Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. The filter have a date of 10-16-19. Priority: Intermediate

22-20-5

Detail 23669006

Basic - Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Priority: Basic

14-01-5

Detail 23668998

Basic - Observed: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of cheese. The owner removed it. Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic

06-09-1

Detail 23668993

Basic - Observed: Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed a package of white fish still in the vacuum with an internal temperature I’d 41°F. Priority: Basic

14-11-5

Detail 23669005

Basic - Observed: Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. Priority: Basic

08B-38-4

Detail 23668996

Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Observed a case of fish on the walk-in freezer floor. The owner put it on a shelf. Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic

10-20-4

Detail 23668997

Basic - Observed: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 tongs on the oven door. The owner removed them. Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic

31B-04-4

Detail 23669020

Basic - Observed: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the ladies room. Priority: Basic

23-03-4

Detail 23669008

Basic - Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reachin and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled. Priority: Basic

25-27-4

Detail 23669009

Basic - Observed: Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar counter top. The owner put the straws behind the bar. Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic

48-04-4

Detail 23669021

Observed: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 4 tanks in the back room. Priority: Reporting

Oct 28, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 6Total: 6

14-11-5

Detail 23312227

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn at the cook line.

10-14-5

Detail 23312226

Basic - Ice bucket not stored inverted between uses. The manager inverted it. Corrected On-Site

10-12-5

Detail 23312230

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the scoop on the ice machine. The manager put it on a clean metal tray. Corrected On-Site

14-73-4

Detail 23312228

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.

23-03-4

Detail 23312225

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gasket soiled at the front counter.

42-01-4

Detail 23312229

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The manager inverted the mop over the mop sink. Corrected On-Site