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AMALFI LLAMA MIAMI

19505 BISCAYNE BLVD STE D, Miami FL 33180

Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats290
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2337525
Grade history
MAY 24
DEC 24
SEP 25
NOV 25
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 8 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findings
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for various containers of vegetables.
High priority/14-86-1
Handwash sink in coffee/ tea station and kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to green bucket and utensils being stored inside.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Observed oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4
Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Show the remaining 8 findings ▾
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and consumer advisory provided does not contain the required verbiage. Emailed proper verbiage to operator.
Intermediate/02A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4
In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink in kitchen area used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4
Observed 2oz cup with no handle used to dispense mushrooms.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Observed no splash guard installed on handwashing sink in kitchen area. Advised manager that splash guard needs to be installed in order to prevent contamination of Uncovered food.
Basic/08B-54-4
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located in bar counter in customer reach.
Basic/25-27-4/Repeat Violation
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Aug 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for container of various leafy greens.
High priority/14-86-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 3, 2026 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw chicken and raw chicken, without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Advised manager that before continuing to engage in process an approved HACCP will be required from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Provided operator with application.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 3, 2026 · Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw chicken and raw chicken, without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Advised manager that before continuing to engage in process an approved HACCP will be required from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Provided operator with application. Warning Time Extended
Bag of potatoes stored on floor in walk in cooler. Chef moved to shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Aug 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Cup with no handle used to dispense flour.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 3, 2026 · Time Extended
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Observed cases of takeout containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Straws provided on bar counter for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Basic/25-27-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Nov 4, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for container of various leafy greens.
High priority/14-86-1/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw chicken and raw chicken, without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Advised manager that before continuing to engage in process an approved HACCP will be required from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Provided operator with application.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Intermediate/02A-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Bag of potatoes stored on floor in walk in cooler. Chef moved to shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Cup with no handle used to dispense flour.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
Observed cases of takeout containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Straws provided on bar counter for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Basic/25-27-4/Warning
Sep 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Observed Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for container of chives. Chef removed.
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in bar area. Chef added.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in bar area. Chef added.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Repeat Violation
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed to operator and he printed and posted at bar.
Intermediate/02A-01-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Located in bar area. Chef removed.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Water draining onto floor surface from walk in cooler refrigeration system. Manager provided work order and is awaiting maintenance to repair.
Basic/29-03-4
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining various leafy greens in walk in cooler.
High priority/14-86-1
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator to print.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Discussed and emailed to operator to print for posting.
Intermediate/02A-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice buckets being stored on floor in front of ice machine. Chef moved to shelf.
Basic/24-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food on floor in walk in cooler. Chef instructed employee to move to shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Chef instructed employe to remove.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Chef instructed employee to remove.
Basic/16-46-4/Corrected On-Site
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter. Bartender removed.
Basic/25-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar, flour and panko removed from their original packaging placed in plastic containers but not labeled with common name. Chef instructed employee to add labels.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored over ready to eat vegetables. Manager rearranged.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
Observed establishment offer tuna tartar and beef carpaccio however menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Intermediate/02B-01-5
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Email to operator to print.
Intermediate/02B-02-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located next to fryer. Chef discarded water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Nov 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Establishment awaiting delivery.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Establishment awaiting delivery.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
No handwashing sign provided at any hand sink used by food employees. Establishment awaiting delivery.
Basic/31B-04-4

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.