AMARONE
15400 BISCAYNE BLVD STE 106/107, North Miami FL 33160
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
MAY 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Observed Live, small flying insects found in ware wash area. No food or clean utensils in area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016024712 | May 16, 2016 | Apr 13, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for containers of various foods.
Observed raw chicken stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to cleaning equipment stored inside. Chef removed.
Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Observed case of takeout containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
Observed case of water stored on floor in hallway.
Observed no lighting in dry storage area due to being in disrepair.
Apr 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Observed Employee sitting in dining room and began working with food without washing hands first.
Observed Live, small flying insects found in ware wash area. No food or clean utensils in area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari and raw salmon stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to being blocked by trash can.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area and pizza station.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair due to cooler with ambient temperature of 72F. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table. Manager discarded.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of sodas stored on floor in bar area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Sanitizer bucket stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Advised manager and he rearranged.
Wall soiled with accumulated food debris in kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Observed Employee sitting in dining room and began working with food without washing hands first.
Observed Live, small flying insects found in ware wash area. No food or clean utensils in area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari and raw salmon stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to being blocked by trash can.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area and pizza station.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair due to cooler with ambient temperature of 72°F. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table. Manager discarded.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of sodas stored on floor in bar area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Sanitizer bucket stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Advised manager and he rearranged.
Wall soiled with accumulated food debris in kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee cutting tomatoes meant for immediate use with his bare hands. Advised manager who instructed him to was hands and put on gloves.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining and in direct contact with cut tomatoes. Chef r.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic container being stored in hand washing sink located in bar area. Chef removed.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at sink in kitchen area shut off. Advised Manager and he turned on.
Observed In-use tongs and scoop stored on stove door handle between uses. Chef removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked eggplant Parmesan thawing at room temperature. Food was located on prep table in kitchen area.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee garnishing plate of pasta with bare hands. Advised chef who instructed her to wash hands and put on gloves.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/24.
Establishment not maintaining clam tags for 90 days.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
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.
Ceiling tile missing. Located in dry storage area.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil and a bag flour stored on floor in dry storage area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Located in bar area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
In-use wet wiping cloth used under cutting board.
Sep 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee cutting tomatoes meant for immediate use with his bare hands. Advised manager who instructed him to was hands and put on gloves.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining and in direct contact with cut tomatoes. Chef r.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic container being stored in hand washing sink located in bar area. Chef removed.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at sink in kitchen area shut off. Advised Manager and he turned on.
Observed In-use tongs and scoop stored on stove door handle between uses. Chef removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked eggplant Parmesan thawing at room temperature. Food was located on prep table in kitchen area.
May 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
May 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal buckets being stored in hand washing sink and blocked by garbage can. Located in bar area.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in dry storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout containers being stored on floor in dry storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed flounder thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table.
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.