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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 dateSeptember 29, 2026
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionCall Back – Admin. complaint recommended
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3760551
Visit number2
Inspection Visit ID13858329
DBPR license2335776

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority3 Intermediate9 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical15 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 3

#10High Priority01B-13-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 tuna filets thawed in ROP. **Admin Complaint** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: Observed 6 tuna filets thawed in ROP **Admin Complaint**

Admin ComplaintStop Sale
#11High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : 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** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat ViolationWarning
#12High Priority29-42-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : 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** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning

Intermediate 3

#13Intermediate11-27-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : 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** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Warning
#14Intermediate02B-01-5

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : 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** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: Observed smoked salmon not marked on menu. **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationWarningAdmin Complaint
#15Intermediate53A-05-6

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : 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** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Warning

Basic 9

#1Basic36-34-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : 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** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Corrective Action TakenWarning
#2Basic06-09-1

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 3 tuna filets thawed in ROP. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: Observed 6 tuna filets thawed in ROP **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint
#3Basic36-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed behind triple sink. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Warning
#4Basic40-06-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : 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** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#5Basic36-22-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed behind dish machine, observed in dining area. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Warning
#6Basic02D-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : 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** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Warning
#7Basic51-13-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#8Basic51-18-6

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#9Basic36-27-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in warewash area. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-09-29: **Time Extended**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 30, 2026 12:47 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
1 observation(s)
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
2 observation(s)
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
4 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.