DOMENICO'S ITALIAN DELI
13975 NW 67 AVE, Miami Lakes FL 33014 · 305.821.7515
Last inspected Jan 30, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
APR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018031003 | May 15, 2018 | Aug 29, 2018 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 30, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty aluminum tray stored in hand sink located next to three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cleaned pot on the floor located underneath of dry shelves.
Show the remaining 3 findings ▾
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic mixture (55F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed inside reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed clean metal tray on hand sink located next to three compartment. Operator removed it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located next to three compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. All throughout the kitchen.
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.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On hand sink located at the customer bathroom. Located next to three compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go container no inverted.
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. Observed Croutons container.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed marinara sauce (106°F/100°F - Cooling); in double door reach in cooler was cooked from the day before as per operator.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pizza sauce (64°F/57°F - Cooling); in reach in cooler was prepared from the day before. Observed marinara sauce (106°F/100°F - Cooling); in double door reach in cooler was cooked from the day before as per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed pizza sauce (64°F/57°F - Cooling); in reach in cooler was prepared from the day before.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed pizza sauce (64°F/57°F - Cooling); in reach in cooler was prepared from the day before. Observed marinara sauce (106°F/100°F - Cooling); in double door reach in cooler was cooked from the day before as per operator. Observed deep container while cooling sauce.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee preparing chicken sandwich than eat the chicken less over while preparing sandwich.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Nov 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
No soap provided at handwash sink. On hand sink located next to 3CS, soap was provided during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on ceiling at the front line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee pick up dirty plate from customer table and served water to customers without washed hands. Instructed operator regarding the hands washing procedure.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On hand sink located on the back area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean plate no inverted, located at the front line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Feb 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed fabulous spray, windex spray next to pitcher water for customers. Operator properly stored it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with fabulous detergent with not common name.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cleaned plated no inverted at the front counter.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go container no inverted at the front counter. Operator properly stored it.
Nov 8, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/manager Antonino Maurici date 5/24/2018.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on the ceiling located at storage room.
Sep 29, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/manager Antonino Maurici date 5/24/2018.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on the ceiling located at storage room.
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.