Inspection Report

Emergency Closure InspectionDBPR disposition: Emergency order recommended
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PIZZA TUA BY CUBAN-ITA

667 LINCOLN RD · MIAMI BEACH · Dade County · FL 33139

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateApril 26, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency order recommended
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3418462
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8604669
DBPR license2330459

Emergency Closure Summary

ClosedApril 26, 2024 3:17 PM
StatusReopened after callback/compliance
ReopenedApril 27, 2024 11:26 AM
Record basisDBPR weekly closure extract
Closure conditionRoach activity

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority5 Intermediate13 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 3

#14High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 5 live roach crawling inside empty reach in cooler located across 3 compartment sink at kitchen. Obseved 2 live roaches crawling on the floor approximately 4ft from cook line at kitchen.

#15High Priority01B-02-5

High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pasta (69F – Cold Holding); penne (68F – Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at the back of the restaurant. As per chef cooked since 10am.

Stop Sale
#16High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pasta (69F – Cold Holding); penne (68F – Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at the back of the restaurant. As per chef cooked since 10am.

Intermediate 5

#17Intermediate16-37-1

Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

#18Intermediate53A-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/

#19Intermediate31B-02-4

Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed No paper towel at handsink next to dishwasher machine.

#20Intermediate53B-01-5

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.

#21Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed No hand soap at handsink next to dishwasher machine.

Basic 13

#1Basic36-34-5

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

#2Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

#3Basic14-09-4

Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area by cook line.

#4Basic35A-03-4

Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed 9 dead roaches inside a glutrap above preparation table across from handsink at kitchen.

#5Basic13-03-4

Basic – Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed chef with no hair restraint at kitchen.

#6Basic14-11-5

Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door at back of the establishment in disrepair.

#7Basic36-22-4

Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by reaching in coolers at kitchen.

#8Basic36-12-4

Basic – Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed throughout the establishment.

#9Basic10-20-4

Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.

#10Basic22-08-4

Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled.

#11Basic29-20-5

Basic – Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining at handsink located next to dishwasher machine.

#12Basic42-01-4

Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

#13Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout the establishment.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 3:12 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
1 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 13 · Clothing, hair restraints, jewelry and fingernails
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
2 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
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 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
2 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
2 observation(s)

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