Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
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VENEZIA PIZZA & CAFE

6646 COLLINS AVE · MIAMI BEACH · Dade County · FL 331414619

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMay 13, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3416740
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8594079
DBPR license2325979

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority5 Intermediate16 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical23 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 2

#17High Priority12A-19-4

High Priority – Employee washed hands with cold water. Employee washed hands with cold water at the dining area. Employee was coached about the issue. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#18High Priority03A-03-5

High Priority – Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed stored at ambient temperature of 79F inside kitchen area. Employee move item to RIC at 37F. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate 5

#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. Info was emailed. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#20Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cleaning sponge stored at HWS next to coffee machine. Employee moved the sponge. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#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 not certified food manager present at time of inspection.

#22Intermediate14-14-4

Intermediate – Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed nonfood-grade basting brush inside oil under the serving counter. Also at prep table with garlic and oil.

#23Intermediate27-16-5

Intermediate – Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot running water at the hand sink located at the bar area.

Basic 16

#1Basic16-21-4

Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris accumulated on top of machine.

#2Basic16-23-4

Basic – Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed at Dishwashing rear kitchen area.

#3Basic14-01-5

Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 onz plastic container used to scoop cheese. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#4Basic36-32-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the dry storage second floor.

#5Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled in kitchen area.

#6Basic32-12-5

Basic – Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Missing cover for trash container located inside public women restroom .

#7Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

#8Basic40-06-5

Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee purse under the counter at kitchen prep area.

#9Basic14-10-4

Basic – Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed table use to dry clean equipments has rusted shelves and holes.

#10Basic08B-38-4

Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed 5 gallon cooking oil plastic containers stored on the kitchen floor.

#11Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in RIF at storage area.

#12Basic21-04-4

Basic – In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at rear prep area. Employee moved it. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#13Basic14-36-5

Basic – Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed cover lid at RIC prep table in disrepair.

#14Basic38-07-4

Basic – Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at dry storage area in the back.

#15Basic51-13-4

Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Info was emailed to the operator.

#16Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at prep table kitchen area. Employee set up sanitizer container with chlorine 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 4, 2026 1:47 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
5 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
2 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
2 observation(s)
Category 27 · Safe water source and hot/cold water under pressure
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 32 · Bathrooms
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 38 · Required lighting and protected fixtures/bulbs
1 observation(s)
Category 40 · Employee personal belongings
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
1 observation(s)
Category 51 · Other sanitary and safe-operation conditions
1 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.