ARIETE
3540 MAIN HWY UNIT C102, Coconut Grove FL 33133 · 305 640 5862
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2024
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at prep line table.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster tags.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge freezer compartment.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster tags.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed expired for Phillip Bryant exp. 12/3/2025; Georgia Lightowler exp.12/3/2025.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge freezer compartment.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator primed machine new Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under handwash sink at cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge reach in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table across from cook line. Operator placed onto grill to begin heating.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oyster tags.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge reach in freezer.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents in dish area with dust build up.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exterior door located next to kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease build up under and behind fixed equipment in kitchen and dishwashing area.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler across from cook line chicken wing stored over butter and sauces. Chef removed and placed on bottom chef.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at oven doors. Chef removed and placed in container.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw duck stored above cooked shortribs.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed for cooked chicharones dated 1/22/24, ROP packaged, more than 48 hrs. Observed operator performing ROP on raw venison,packaged longer than 48 Hrs
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.
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.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed operator performing ROP on raw venison,packaged longer than 48 Hrs
Food stored on floor. Observed bottles containing cooking oil stored on the dry storage floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed for cooked chicharones dated 1/22/24
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.