FORNO ITALIANO PIZZERIA
1403 SUNSET DR, Coral Gables FL 33146 · 305.613.3511
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 9 visits since April 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019043642 | Jun 20, 2019 | Mar 4, 2020 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 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 →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in cooler raw shelled eggs stored over pineapples and cheeses.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at rear prep area, cooked pasta (58F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 4 hours.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed espresso machine hose draining into hand sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade and meat slicer not inverted use soiled.
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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 for cook spaghetti, sauces and sliced hams in reach in coolers not date marked.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at front counter service plates not inverted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee sneaker stored on shelf where canned foods and jars are stored.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at ice machine.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Open dumpster lid.
Jan 14, 2026□ 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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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed wine glasses stored on shelf ablove hand sinks through not stored inverted from overhead contaminants.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathroom hand sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza to go boxes stored on floor in lobby.
Nov 7, 2025Administrative 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
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed carton of raw shelled eggs stored over open container of mortadella meat.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler cut sausages (48F - Cold Holding). As per chef less than 2 hours. Observed at rear prep area garlic in oil (54F - Cold Holding). As per chef less than 1 hour.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sink with ice remnants inside sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added a gas stove connected to propane tank located behind pizza oven with no hood filter.
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 no available for new hired employee less than 60 days.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed wine glasses stored on shelf ablove hand sinks through not stored inverted from overhead contaminants.
Food stored on floor. Observed at front prep area a bag of flour stored on floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathroom hand sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza to go boxes stored on floor in lobby.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed propane tank in kitchen area in use with portable gas stove. Operator disconnected and placed outside.
Jun 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over strawberries and fresh mozzarella in reach in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge reach in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on lobby floor.
Feb 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over strawberries and fresh mozzarella in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (51F - Cold Holding). As per cook for about 3 hours.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment add gas stove behind pizza oven with no hood filter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour stored on floor next to pizza oven.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at mini fridge reach in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on lobby floor.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed next to pizza oven, connected to stove.
Aug 27, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for employee Ledjan N and Ermal Z hired over 3 months ago.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door.
Jun 28, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for employee Ledjan N and Ermal Z hired over 3 months ago.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door.
Jun 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee set up three compartment sink until repaired.
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. Emailed form to operator.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment add gas stove behind pizza oven with no hood filter.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for employee Ledjan N and Ermal Z hired over 3 months ago.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed next to pizza oven.
Apr 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 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. At the time of the inspection chlorine strength at 0ppm, no chlorine sanitizer. Operator set up 3 compartment sink. Chlorine strength at 100ppm.
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.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed open burner stove installed behind the pizza oven, no hood installed.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at the prep counter.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at the prep counter.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the unit by the front counter.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed by the pizza oven.
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.