DM AVO
1834 BAY RD, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 3055424139
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired on 10-01-2025. The owner paid the license during the inspection.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a cook touch his pants remove his gloves and put on new gloves.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw shrimp at the cook line. The cook moved the shrimp to the top shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener and blade soiled. Observed the cutting board soiled next to the oven.
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/
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk in cooler gasket soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a prep cook change tasks took off gloves and put on new gloves without washing her hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired on 10-01-2025. The owner paid the license during the inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice melting in the hand washing sink at the front counter. The manager turned on the water and melted the ice.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the triple sink uses quaternary sanitizer and the establishment only has chlorine test kit.
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by the walk in cooler. The manager brought towels.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several coffee cups on top of preparation tables. The cook removed them.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. OB the ice scoops on top of the ice machine. The manager put them on a clean tray.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The manager hung up the mop.
Aug 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the triple sink uses quaternary sanitizer and the establishment only has chlorine test kits.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed several food handlers wearing watches.
Aug 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate13 Basic
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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 failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed several food handlers finish a task remove their gloves and put on new gloves and begin new tasks without washing their hands.
Employee washed hands with no soap.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (55F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (55F - Cold Holding); cheese (55F - Cold Holding); tuna (55F - Cold Holding); chicken (55F - Cold Holding) at the cook line. As per the cook the items were put on line approximately one hour ago.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a hose connected to the hand washing sink by the walk in cooler. The owner had it removed.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the triple sink uses quaternary sanitizer and the establishment only has chlorine test kits.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter and by the walk in cooler. The owner brought paper towels.
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. Observed the following food handlers working Ana, Edgar, and Jose.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand washing sink by the walk in cooler. The brought soap.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed over the oven.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. The owner removed all the beverages.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed several food handlers wearing watches.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water with a temperature of 80°F.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The cook removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk in cooler fan guards and gasket soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. The owner removed all the beverages.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers stored in a box on the floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed lamb in a plastic container in water defrosting. The cook turned on the cold water.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The dishwasher inverted the mop.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles with different liquids not labeled at the cook line. The owner had the bottles labeled.
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a prep cook remove her gloves and put on new gloves without washing hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw salmon in the drawer reach in cooler at the cook line. The owner had the cook put the chicken in the bottom drawer.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. The manager removed the splitter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. The manager had it washed.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed a cook putting lemons in a juicing machine. The owner asked the cook if he washed the lemons and the cook responded no. The owner had the employee empty the machine and wash the lemons.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers and cups being stored on the floor. The owner had the items put on a shelf.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed a package of tuna thawed in the vacuum package.
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.
Employee with long fingernails working with exposed food, single-service items or clean equipment and utensils.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand washing sink by the walk-in cooler.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand washing sink by the walk-in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets torn,
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 4 tongs on the oven door. The chef removed the tongs.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the chlorine sanitizer at 0.00 ppms. The sanitizer bucket was empty. The manager set up the triple sink to sanitize until the dish machine sanitizer is delivered.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at the front counter.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 5 packages of tuna at a temperature of 42°F still in the vacuum.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken salad (49F - Cold Holding) at the front counter. As per the chef it was placed on line approximately 2 hours ago. It was put in the freezer for a quick chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. The manager put it wash.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the walk-in cooler. The manager brought towels.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 5 packages of tuna at a temperature of 42°F still in the vacuum.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a drink on a shelf over the preparation table. The manager threw it out.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of an avocados on the walk-in cooler floor. The manager put them on a self.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the cook at the cook line.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed one pack of tuna thawed in the vacuum.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at the cook line in different spices.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed large plastic containers in the ware washing area not inverted.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed one pack of tuna thawed in the vacuum.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the upright cooler gasket torn.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Togo containers on the floor at the cook line. The owner moved the boxes to a shelf.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at the cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in the mop sink.
Oct 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses located on oven door handles.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scooping utensils stored in standing water at 86F, located at food service prep line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping clothes on kitchen counters, not stored in sanitizer buckets in between uses.
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.