HARISSA
19755 TURNBERRY WAY, Aventura FL 33180
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 18 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed establishment open Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/24.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Nov 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed establishment open and operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/24.
Handwash sink in warewash not accessible for employee use at all times due to dishes being stored inside.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.
Lights in food storage/ warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Observed Cleaned and sanitized pans stored on floor next to ice machine.
Nov 18, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pots stored in hand washing sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Dec 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pots stored in hand washing sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Dec 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Dec 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offering smoked salmon but menu does not identify that item is a raw or undercooked animal food covered by the consumer advisory.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed card board lining reach in freezer shelves.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
May 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Nov 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining cut lettuce. Located in reach in cooler.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offering smoked salmon but menu does not identify that item is a raw or undercooked animal food covered by the consumer advisory.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed card board lining reach in freezer shelves.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Nov 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining various vegetables in reach in cooler.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/22.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offering smoked salmon but menu does not identify that item is raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in reach in freezer.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in prep area.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on vending machine.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar, flour and baking soda removed from their original container placed in plastic containers and not labeled.
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.