PUB 52 SPORTS & KITCHEN

Name: PUB 52 SPORTS & KITCHEN
Address: 5829 SW 73 ST STE 6, SOUTH MIAMI, FL, 33143, US
Rating: 33.5

5829 SW 73 ST STE 6, SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143

License #2335930

🍺 Bar/Pub ℹ️

33.5 Grade F / 100

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March 24, 2026 · 14 findings · 0 critical

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PUB 52 SPORTS & KITCHEN in SOUTH MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 33.5 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 9 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 24, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 111 total violations — 14 critical, 35 major, 62 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed aluminum bowl stored inside panko container in prep area. Operator removed bowl.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed inside dry storage. Operator secured CO2 tanks.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed phone from prep table.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave on shelf in kitchen. Employee cleaned microwave interior.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed inside reach in cooler located by pizza oven in kitchen.
[14-73-4] No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed on right side of hood over deep fryers.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled located by pizza oven in kitchen. Also, observed hood filters soiled.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler located across grill in kitchen.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed brown and white sugar containers without labels in prep area.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS by cook line. Operator provided paper towel.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS by three compartment sink. Operator provided soap.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pastas and white rice not date marked inside reach in cooler in kitchen. As per Operator both were cooked last Sunday March 22nd, 2026. Employee date marked both containers.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed in dry storage closet.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.
[06-09-1] 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 3 tuna filet completely thawed in ROP.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in warewash area. Observed in bar area.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor covering in disrepair at dry storage closet entrance.
[38-01-4] Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed above mop sink; missing shield.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers soiled.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed cream stored on counter above reach in across cook line. Operator removed during inspection. Observed bottle of acetametaphine on counter if bar. Operator removed during inspection.
[01B-07-4] Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 1 container of moldy cream cheese in walk in cooler. Operator tossed immediately during inspection.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10/25.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 tuna filet completely thawed in ROP.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed hose attacked to mop faucet; no breaker. Operator removed hose attachment.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnets.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection. Operator cleaned during inspection.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled on cook line; operator cleaned during inspection.
[38-01-4] Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing in storage room. Observed missing outside beer cooler.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled. Observed broken glass in reach cooler at bar area.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry rack in warewash area.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed top of shelves on cook line where hot plates and ready food goes. Observed shelves in bar where glasses are held; dust accumulation.
[53B-01-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training; Osmand, Wesley, and Joshua.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with no label. Observed spray bottle at bar with no label.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in dry storage area.
[06-09-1] 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 4 mahi mahi fish filets and 2 salmon filets in reduced oxygen packaged bearing a label no longer frozen in bottom reach in cooler across from cook line for more than 4 hrs.
[08B-49-4] Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee cups stored on shelf not properly segregated in walk in freezer. Operator discarded cups.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and phone chargers stored on prep table across from cook line in kitchen area. Operator removed items from table.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at bottom reach in cooler across from cook line.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in container of panko and flour.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water (84F) at drink station in kitchen area.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at front counter bar area.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers on drying rack in dishwashing area.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw lamb chops in walk in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 mahi mahi fish filets and 2 salmon filets in reduced oxygen packaged bearing a label no longer frozen in bottom reach in cooler across from cook line for more than 4 hrs.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pasta (48F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per label and operator since Friday 02/21. Operator discarded during inspection. Also observed pico de gallo (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (62F - Cold Holding); tomato salsa (49F - Cold Holding); white rice (49F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (50F - Cold Holding) in bottom reach in cooler across from cook line. As per operator for more than a day.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pasta (48F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per label and operator since Friday 02/21. Operator discarded during inspection. Also observed pico de gallo (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (62F - Cold Holding); tomato salsa (49F - Cold Holding); white rice (49F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (50F - Cold Holding) in bottom reach in cooler across from cook line. As per operator for more than a day.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored in handwashing sink at front counter bar area.
[53A-07-6] No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no certified food manager for establishment.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink across from cook line. Operator provided paper towels. Also observed no paper towels at front counter bar area.
[11-26-1] 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. Observed no employee health reporting agreement for employees Breya, Nicolas, Josh, Xavier, Joe as per operator they are new and have been working for less than 60 days. Inspector provided form to operator Form was printed, reviewed and signed by employees.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink across from cook line. Operator provided soap.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[06-09-1] 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 Salmon, Tuna and white fish in reduced oxygen packaged bearing a label no longer frozen at walk-in cooler. As per operator the products have been in the walk-in cooler since yesterday.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At preparation area.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the utensils handle touching the flour and rice.
[38-07-4] Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. At dishwasher area.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units at preparation area.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler located in front of cook line.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeezes bottles with sauces not identified by common name at reach in cooler located next to stove.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked shrimp at walk-in cooler. And raw beef and raw pork stored next to chorizo at walk-in in cooler. Manager relocated the products.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef and raw pork stored in the same container at walk-in cooler.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Salmon, Tuna and white fish in reduced oxygen packaged bearing a label no longer frozen at walk-in cooler. As per operator the products have been in the walk-in cooler since yesterday.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed four cutting boards soiled at reach in coolers preparation area.
[02B-01-5] Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed tuna tartare not identified as raw on the menu.
[16-62-1] No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
[53B-01-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[11-26-1] 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. Food employees reporting agreement was provided.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ribs at walk-in cooler not properly date marked. As per operator for more than 24 hours.