FIORITO
5555 NE 2 AVE, Miami FL 33137 · 786-222-0052
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026 · 12 visits since February 2024
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect flying around dishwashing area.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015003803 | Dec 29, 2014 | Mar 5, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect flying around dishwashing area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at water house outside by back door.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on prep tables.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bowl inside of hand washing sink. Operator removed onsite.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed rust inside the interior of ice machine, not touching ice.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents above cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on prep tables with excessive cut marks.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout establishment.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed Back door open during food preparation. Operator closed it onsite.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed inside ziplock bags on a tray. Operator placed them inside reach in cooler onsite.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn by dessert cooler and reach in cooler front line by cook line.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers accumulation of soil residues at storage area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef not commercially packaged at two door reach in cooler. Manager rearranged products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pumpkin soup (51F - Cold Holding) prepared 08-02. Manager discarded. Observed pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (51F - Cold Holding); flan (47F - Cold Holding) as per employee open and close cooler due to preparation.
No handwash sink for employees. Observed no hand sink by coffee station.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed ROP on raw beef and cooked short ribs no HACCP plans submitted.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn by dishwasher.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed by kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At storage.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed three live flying insects flying around ware washing area.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef not commercially packaged at two door reach in cooler. Manager rearranged products.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee pick up something from floor,proceeded to wash hands with gloves on at three compartment sink. Coached employee how to wash hands properly and discarded gloves before wash hands at hand sink.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 30 containers of 32 onz with pumpkin soup (51F - Cold Holding): dated from 08-02.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pumpkin soup (51F - Cold Holding) prepared 08-02. Manager discarded. Observed pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (51F - Cold Holding); flan (47F - Cold Holding) as per employee open and close cooler due to preparation.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands at three compartment sink.
No handwash sink for employees. Observed no hand sink by coffee station.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed ROP on raw beef and cooked short ribs no HACCP plans submitted.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer spray not labeled by hand sink kitchen.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed by hand sink cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn by dishwasher.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed by kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an energetic drink stored inside reach in cooler by sauses area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At storage.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed uncovered sweet breads cooling near hand sink by cook line. Employee removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled above dishwasher machine. Employee labeled.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed ROP on raw beef and cooked short ribs no HACCP plans submitted.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn by dessert cooler and reach in cooler front line by cook line.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers accumulation of soil residues at storage area.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed green rice cooked last night (53F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (57F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (56F - Cold Holding); raw tomahawk (53F - Cold Holding). As per employee less than 2 hours. At reach in cooler by three compartment sink. Employee put bags of ice for rapid chill. Observed green rice cooked last night (53F - Cold Holding).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container stored inside hand sink by kitchen. Employee removed.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed ROP on raw beef and cooked short ribs no HACCP plans submitted.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lamb prepared two days ago not dated marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray with sanitizer not labeled by cook line near hand sink. Observed windex spray by front counter not labeled.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 3 employees with no hair protection while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn by dessert cooler and reach in cooler front line by cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor by storage area. Employee removed from floor.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth under red cutting board at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers accumulation of soil residues at storage area.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed three dry cloth by cook line.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed uncovered cooked white rice near hand sink by kitchen.
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over empanadas dough at reach in freezer at storage area.
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 beef stored over raw octopus at reach in freezer at storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) at front reach in cooler finish line. As per operator less than 2 hours. Operator put ice for rapid chill.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed two new employees hired less than 60 days. Provided form to manager, manager printed and filled form.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with sanitizer not labeled at preparation area near hand sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed near hand sink preparation area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees while preparing food.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil containers stored on floor at storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on equipment door oven handle. Operator removed during inspection.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler at preparation area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathrooms near storage area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service plates not inverted at preparation area and cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic container with sugar not labeled at baking area and plastic container with salt at cook line not labeled.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); placed 1 hour ago. Employee put tomatoes with an ice bag on top. cut tomatoes (40F - Cold Holding);
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser no labeled. Employee labeled spray bottle bottle with content name.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at bar are.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop stored in standing water water at kitchen.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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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/ Max Alvarez, expired on 03/05/2024.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar.
Hole in or other damage to wall. At mop sink.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler on cook line Cold holding: cooked octopus 51 F, cooked chicken 50 F, sausage 51 F, diced tomato 53 F. Operator contacted refrigerator repair technician at time of inspection.
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/ Max Alvarez, expired on 03/05/2024.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees backpacks and purses stored on dry food storage shelves. Operator segregated items at time of inspection.
Hole in or other damage to wall. At mop sink.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
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