FERRARI'S PIZZA
15761 SW 152 ST, Miami FL 33187
Last inspected Mar 5, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 10/1/2025
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of basil inside reach in cooler across from cook line.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed parsley stored directly inside non food grade bag inside walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw breaded chicken stored over sliced cheese and salami inside reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator properly relocated products.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles stained in kitchen area.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on top of prep table across from dish area. Operator removed cup.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn across from dish area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside Italian ice reach in freezer at front counter.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table across from dish area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across from dish area.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of limes inside reach in cooler.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 10/1/2025
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over heavy cream inside reach in cooler. Operator relocated products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw philly steak meat stored over fries inside reach in freezer, removed from original packaging. Operator relocated products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (50F - Cold Holding) at pizza prep station, as per operator for 3 hours. Operator moved sausage to cooler for rapid cooling and added ice to pizza sauce.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed cheese pizzas not time marked at front counter, operator able to prove pizza were made two hours ago. Operator placed time mark.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle of sanitizer not labeled under pizza prep area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on top of prep table. Operator removed drink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Apr 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna and beef not date marked inside the reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 4 carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured at the dry storage.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn across the 3 compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor inside the walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at the ice cream reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled
Mar 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw shell eggs stored over cut onions. Employee placed them at the bottom.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed a cheese pizza and a veggie / cheese pizza not date marked. Also observed lettuce at 49°F at the reach in cooler by the front counter since 11:30 am. Stop sale was issued. Also observed ground beef at 54°F inside the reach in cooler at the pizza station.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed breaded chicken stored above the reach in cooler across the stove at 59°F. As per employee less than 2 hours. Employee placed chicken inside the reach in cooler. Also observed lettuce at 49°F at the reach in cooler by the front counter since 11:30 am. Stop sale was issued. Also observed cheese at 80°F at the pizza station. Also observed ground beef at 54°F inside the reach in cooler at the pizza station.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed a cheese pizza and a veggie / cheese pizza not date marked.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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/
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to the stove.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna and beef not date marked inside the reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 4 carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured at the dry storage.
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 by the counter is not working properly. Thermometer was at 49°F.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an opened beverage stored in preparation table. Employee removed it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn across the 3 compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor inside the walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at the ice cream reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled
Stored food not covered.observed French fries not covered inside the reach in freezer. Employee covered them.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a lot of pots stored in front of the hand wash sink. Operator removed them.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container with flour stored inside the hand wash sink. Employee removed it.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken not date marked inside the reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn by the dishwasher machine.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Operator discarded the plastic container.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with tomato sauce stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. Operator removed them
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at the ice cream machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop inside the bucket. Operator removed it.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator was advised to set Up 3 compartment sink to sanitize utensils.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.observe dish washer chlorine solution was 0 PPM. Operator was advised to set Up 3 compartment sink to sanitize utensils.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed test strips expired 2020.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta inside the reach in cooler not date marked.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator provided hair restraint
Equipment in poor repair.observed reach in cooler gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with chicken stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. Employee removed it.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door. Employee removed it.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 101° F. Employee placed water on top of the stove. Water reached 136 °F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Dec 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese @ 76 F At the preparation table. Cheese was not date marked in the time as as public health control.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed cooked chicken not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite inside the reach in freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee it was cooked on Sunday.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone on the preparation table. Employee removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled and also hood filters soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop was inside the bucket.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths throughout the kitchen area.
Oct 3, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee grabbed his cell phone and did not wash his hand then engaged in food preparation.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired Oct 2023.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cheese pizza at 70 ° F not time marked Also the cheese stored on the preparation table @ 76° F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese @ 76° F At the preparation table. Cheese was not date marked in the time as as public health control.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed cheese pizza at 70 ° F not time marked Also the cheese stored on the preparation table @ 76° F.
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/. Observed 5 employees working no currently certified food service manager on duty. During the inspection another manager showed up and provided his manager certificate.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator was not able to provided the form that was provided by Inspector Edilma. He was aware of the form and procedures.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed cooked chicken not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite inside the reach in freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee it was cooked on Sunday.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all trainings expired 3/14/22.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. The training certificate were expired. Operator did not provided the original certificate.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a cutting board no longer cleanable at the-front line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone on the preparation table. Employee removed it.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of French fries stored on the floor inside the walk in freezer. Operator removed them. Also observed plastic soda bottles stored on the floor by the bathroom.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven handle.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 95° F on the stove. Employee reheated the water to reach 135° F
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the preparation table. Employee removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled and also hood filters soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed ground beef inside the reach in cooler not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop was inside the bucket.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths throughout the kitchen area.
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.