BOTTEGA EXPRESS
111 NW 1ST, Miami FL 33128
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 9 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. Provided form during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 78°f. Operator discarded the water solution.
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager store properly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located near coffee machine.
Mar 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed gasket in disrepair.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil with standing water at 80°f located next to coffee machine. Operator removed the water during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose. Observed wet towel next to coffee machine.
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil in standing water at 80°f. Operator discarded the water during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Next to coffee machine. Operator removed during inspection.
Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose.
Jun 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Quaternary.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside reach in cooler Yogurt, sandwiches located front counter area no date marked.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed metal container with standing water at 80°f. Operator discard the water solution.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near coffee machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Near coffee machine.
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Located front counter area.
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. Provided form during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator posted during inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator stored properly during inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 80°f. Observed operator discard the water solution.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.