AZUMARE
3585 NE 207TH ST C3, Aventura FL 33180
Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 12 rodent droppings on dry storage shelves near exterior door. Observed 8 rodent droppings in prep area on floor near dish machine and oven. Observed 26 rodent droppings on floor and on manager desk in management office.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed sushi rice is used under time as a public health control with no written procedures. Form was provided to manager via email.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in management office.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling is leaking water outside of kitchen entrance and restroom hallway.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior door left open for employees to come in. Observed gap underneath exterior door when closed.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jug of oil stored on floor under oven at cook line. Observed case of raw beef stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light in manager office missing shield.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildup.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in coolers with rust.
Mar 18, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 12 rodent droppings on dry storage shelves near exterior door. Observed 8 rodent droppings in prep area on floor near dish machine and oven. Observed 26 rodent droppings on floor and on manager desk in management office.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed sushi rice is used under time as a public health control with no written procedures. Form was provided to manager via email.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in management office.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling is leaking water outside of kitchen entrance and restroom hallway.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed spatula in between prep table and wall.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior door left open for employees to come in. Observed gap underneath exterior door when closed.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jug of oil stored on floor under oven at cook line. Observed case of raw beef stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light in manager office missing shield.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildup.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in coolers with rust.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled with grease.
Nov 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee touching limes meant for immediate consumption 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. Advised manager that employees may not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for containers of various cut leafy greens in walk in cooler.
Observed sushi rice hot held at 71°F. Per manager rice is kept at ambient temperature for 4 hours then discarded. Rice had only been only for about 30 mins prior to start of inspection. Provided Time as of public health form to operator. Manager added time marking.
Handwash sink behind front counter not accessible for employee use at all times due to utensils being stored inside.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control for sushi rice. Observed sushi rice hot held at 71°F. Per manager rice is kept at ambient temperature for 4 hours then discarded. Rice had only been only for about 30 mins prior to start of inspection. Provided Time as of public health form to operator. Manager added time marking.
Observed employees trained by Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association but certificates were not filled out with all of the required information.
Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen area.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cleaned and sanitized pans stored on floor in kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food storage container cracked or broken.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Observed cases of 2 oz cup lids stored on floor. Advised manager and he moved to shelf.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jun 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef being stored over various ready to eat foods in walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal pitcher being stored in hand washing sink located in kitchen area. Manager removed.
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.
Observed various raw food items served. However menu does not identify that items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being used to dispense sugar.
Cardboard used to line prep table. Manager removed.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of sauces on floor in hallway, cases of water on floor in storage area and cases of sodas on floor behind front counter.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Lights in food preparation area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/24.
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.
Jan 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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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.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling tile missing. Located in kitchen area.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed various containers of BBQ sauce being stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager moved to shelf.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Water draining onto floor surface located in walk in cooler.
Jan 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of salsa.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
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.