Say Tea and Smile
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
30
Score
Inspectors have visited Say Tea and Smile seven times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 27, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Say Tea and Smile's latest score of 30 falls below the Miami average of 74. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
13
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked boba (121F - Hot Holding) in hot holding unit in the front. Per employee, was cooked less than 2 hours ago. Employee turned up the heat to get it to temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Was unable to provide at the time of inspection. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no food thermometer to measure cooked boba. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning**
11-07-5
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door gaskets for reach in cooler 2 and 3. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of plastic container honey syrup and Black sugar syrup stored on the floor in dry storage closet. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Per employee not available upon request. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets for reach in coolers. Observed soiled vents of reach in coolers 1, 2, 3. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on shelves of reach in coolers 1, 2, 3. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered assorted croissants and pasties inside white reach in freezer at the back. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tiles misaligned creating small holes above hood system and above reach in coolers. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the back area above microwave and single use items and warewash area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Clean cutting board and clean in use mixer stored to close to handwashing sink to close to splash zone. Employee move the food items for cleaning. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-27-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed two personal cell phones stored on top of food prep counter next to oven. Also observed personal backpack stored next to peach syrups on shelves housing food in the back. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
30
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink located in the front line used for dirty cups and utensils. Operator removed cups and utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Time control form was provided but incomplete. Operator completed form correctly on site. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled throughout the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee container with food stored on shelves located in front of the three compartment sink.
12B-07-4
Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employees personal bag and containers with food stored at shelves located in front of the three compartment sink.
40-01-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed utensils not stored inverted at front counter. Operated stored utensils properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
64
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed degreaser spray bottle and Palmolive dish soap bottle stored next to food on food storage located across from the three compartment sink.
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at prep area. Operator refilled paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing dishes at hws located at front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of boba stored on the floor at dry food storage area.
08B-47-4
64
Nov 20, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
86
Nov 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled with accumulated grease near kitchen hood. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: Observed vent soiled with accumulated grease near kitchen hood. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
95
Aug 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese pastry at 74F and ham and cheese croissant at 80F at ambient temperature inside display case at front counter and kitchen area. As per operator, less than two hours. Provided operator with Time as a Public Health Control to place products under time control. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - 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. Provided operator with cleanup procedures via email. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near ice machine. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - 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. Provided operator with reporting agreement. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed can of WD 40 at dry storage area. Operator removed can from dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled with accumulated grease near kitchen hood. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees making drinks at front counter with no effective hair restraint. **Warning**
13-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed syrup containers stored on floor at dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with choking poster. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
43
Dec 27, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-34-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Say Tea and Smile last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Say Tea and Smile on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Say Tea and Smile?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Say Tea and Smile.
How does Say Tea and Smile compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Say Tea and Smile most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Say Tea and Smile's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Say Tea and Smile have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Say Tea and Smile means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Say Tea and Smile inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Say Tea and Smile is inspected around two times per year on average.
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