LIRA BEIRUT EATERY
2000 NW 2 AVE · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33127
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
35 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 8
22-41-4High Priority – Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher chlorine machine with chlorine 0 ppm concentration. **Warning**
08A-04-5High Priority – Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over vegetables on reach in cooler inside kitchen area next to mop sink and in reach in cooler outside kitchen. **Warning**
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked beef at cooling drawers at cook line. **Warning**
08A-17-6High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer – not all products commercially packaged. Observe frozen solid raw chicken not commercially packaged over commercially packaged lamb at reach-in freezer at storage area outside of kitchen. Coached chef on correct procedure. **Warning**
02C-01-5High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed two containers of waraq one dated 09.19 andone dated 09.27 stored at reach-in cooler at outside storage area. As per chef, they were not frozen. **Warning**
01B-24-5High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed two containers of waraq one dated 09.19 and one dated 09.27 stored at reach-in cooler at outside storage area. As per chef, they were not frozen at any time. **Warning**
29-37-4High Priority – Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose next to dish machine lower than flood rim. **Warning**
29-42-4High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink next to dumpster with no vacuum breaker. **Warning**
Intermediate 10
53B-15-4Intermediate – Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed chef not knowing how to calibrate a thermometer using the cold method. Coached chef on correct procedure. **Warning**
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink at cook line not accessible. **Warning**
16-37-1Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips. **Warning**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at bar area closer to coffee machine. **Warning**
51-16-7Intermediate – No plan review submitted and approved – renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed metal shipping container used as dry and cold holding storage area, with two reach-in coolers and four reach-in freezers inside. **Warning**
05-08-4Intermediate – No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
31B-03-4Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at bar area closer to coffee machine. **Warning**
22-31-4Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area and bottom shelve of prep table at cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02B-02-5Intermediate – Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory for beef kebab. Provided advisory to manager via email. **Warning**
29-28-4Intermediate – Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters at bar area with no service date. **Warning**
Basic 17
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observe ice machine interior soiled in bar area. **Warning**
16-03-4Basic – Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
32-04-4Basic – Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed not self closer doors at female and male bathrooms. **Warning**
23-24-4Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the handle of the reach in cooler next to mop sink with food residue. **Warning**
51-11-4Basic – Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO tanks not secured at bar area next to ice machine. **Warning**
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled at kitchen exit. **Warning**
14-09-4Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on cold prep station with cut marks. **Warning**
40-06-5Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on top of reach in cooler a pair of employee sneaker. **Warning**
14-11-5Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer outside restaurant with broken door. **Warning**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on all reach-in freezers at kitchen area and outside storage area. **Warning**
31B-04-4Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at entrance to bar area. **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets inside kitchen area at: reach in cooler next to mop sink, reach in freezer next to prep area, and reach in cooler on cold prep station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-05-4Basic – Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of lids, plastic containers, and paper bags stored on floor at outside area storage. **Warning**
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed cooked salmon inside reach in cooler next to mop sink not cover. **Warning**
33-30-4Basic – Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed boxes and garbage bags on floor at dumpster enclosure. **Warning**
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled inside kitchen area at: next to three compartment sink, grill area, and prep area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 20, 2026 4:06 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.