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AVO MIAMI

5958 S DIXIE HWY STE B101 · SOUTH MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33143

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJuly 24, 2026
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionAdministrative complaint recommended
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3760551
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13857327
DBPR license2335776

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
7 High Priority3 Intermediate11 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical21 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

21 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 7

#12High Priority03D-02-5

High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked pasta (45/46F – Cooling). As per cook, prepared the night before closing and placed into cooler inside of cooler. **Warning**

Warning
#13High Priority01B-36-5

High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked pasta (45/46F – Cooling). As per cook, prepared the night before closing and placed into cooler. inside of cooler. **Warning**

WarningStop Sale
#14High Priority22-43-4

High Priority – Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 0 ppm. **Warning**

Warning
#15High Priority08A-20-5

High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in cooler drawers under grill; raw chicken over beef and salmon. Chef removed chicken from top drawers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#16High Priority01B-13-4

High Priority – Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 tuna filets thawed in ROP. **Admin Complaint**

Admin ComplaintStop Sale
#17High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of paint on dry food and single service rack. Observed sanitizer spray on coffee counter. Operator moved both items away from food and food contact. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat ViolationWarning
#18High Priority29-42-4

High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning

Intermediate 3

#19Intermediate11-27-4

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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Warning**

Warning
#20Intermediate02B-01-5

Intermediate – Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon not marked on menu. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#21Intermediate53A-05-6

Intermediate – No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 CFM present; more than 4 employees on site. **Warning**

Warning

Basic 11

#1Basic36-36-4

Basic – Ceiling tile missing. Observed in kitchen at entrance. **Warning**

Warning
#2Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents in kitchen and dining area. As per operator, workers are coming in the afternoon to clean. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

Corrective Action TakenWarning
#3Basic06-09-1

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 3 tuna filets thawed in ROP. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint
#4Basic36-03-4

Basic – Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed behind triple sink. **Warning**

Warning
#5Basic40-06-5

Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on dry food rack. Operator had phone removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#6Basic36-22-4

Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed behind dish machine, observed in dining area. **Warning**

Warning
#7Basic10-08-5

Basic – Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside of ice at front counter. **Warning**

Warning
#8Basic02D-03-4

Basic – Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed fruit cup, chia pudding and yogurt parfaits at front counter with no label with address. **Warning**

Warning
#9Basic51-13-4

Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#10Basic51-18-6

Basic – No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#11Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in warewash area. **Warning**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 8:19 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
2 observation(s)
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
2 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
5 observation(s)
Category 40 · Employee personal belongings
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 51 · Other sanitary and safe-operation conditions
2 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.