BOTTEGA EXPRESS 2
111 NW 1 ST, Miami FL 33128
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed Shell eggs (65F - Cold Holding) on top of cooked line area. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shells eggs over cut tomatoes located on grill area. Manager reorganized products.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer solution Quaternary 500 + ppm. Observed operator discarded the water solution during inspection. Recheck 200 ppm.
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/
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Cracked Shell eggs over served cheese.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed Shell eggs (65F - Cold Holding) on top of cooked line area. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed disrepair Gasket on reach in cooler located pastas station.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Pasta area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored inside metal container directly on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located pizza area.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with butter stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator label during inspection. Sugar.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Glass cleaner. Operator labeled during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Rusted. Located at kitchen.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Metal tongs. Operator removed during inspection.
Met inspection standards. 5 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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator print during inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water at 75°f located near coffee machine. Operator removed the water during inspection.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler near office.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed solid frozen French fries. Located front counter area cook line area.
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