ICON MEDITERRANEAN
241 NW 24 STREET, Miami FL 33127 · 267-664-9449
Last inspected Feb 17, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (50F - Cold Holding) at front prep station. Operator placed both products in walk in cooler for immediate cooling.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026011573 | Dec 15, 2025 | Mar 31, 2026 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Observed food manager certification for Jay Jwad expired on 4-10-2025 and Hussam Jawad expired on 2-10-2020.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed by 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout preparation area and dishwasher area.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in poor repair at reach in cooler by front counter of establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout establishment. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled. Observed handsink soiled throughout establishment.
Observed Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed at rack above 3 compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout preparation area and dishwasher area.
Dec 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
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Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Observed food manager certification for Jay Jwad expired on 4-10-2025 and Hussam Jawad expired on 2-10-2020.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter and at handsink next to walk in cooler.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter and at handsink next to walk in cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed by 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout preparation area and dishwasher area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in poor repair at reach in cooler by front counter of establishment.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed handsink at front counter missing faucet handle.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout preparation area, walk in cooler and dishwasher area at establishment.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout establishment. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled. Observed handsink soiled throughout establishment.
Observed Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed at rack above 3 compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout preparation area and dishwasher area.
Dec 15, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certification for Jay Jwad expired on 4-10-2025 and Hussam Jawad expired on 2-10-2020.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout preparation area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in poor repair throughout kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout preparation area, walk in cooler and dishwasher area at establishment.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers soiled throughout establishment. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers interior soiled throughout kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout preparation area and dishwasher area.
Sep 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing hands first.
Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certification for Jay Jwad expired on 4-10-2025 and Hussam Jawad expired on 2-10-2020.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handler certificate for Milagros Del Valle Hernandez expired on 3/10/24 by premier food safety.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout preparation area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hairnet.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in poor repair throughout kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout preparation area, walk in cooler and dishwasher area at establishment.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cans of soda not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at walk in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers soiled throughout establishment. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers interior soiled throughout kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout preparation area and dishwasher area.
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice machine dispenser chute located in the lobby soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test kit expired 12/2022
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near prep table. Operator restocked.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen ceiling vent near three compartment sink soiled.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door gasket torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets located next to cook line soiled.
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Advil located on top of back prep area. Operator removed immediately.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice chute located at the self serve soda dispenser in front of the restaurant with accumulated black mold like substance.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed hand wash sink located in back prep area with no paper towels. Operator restocked.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line shelves in back prep area where cooking oil is stored.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door gasket torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed fan located in back prep area soiled. Observed hood filters soiled at the cook line. Observed reach in cooler gaskets located at front service station soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers located at the front service counter with soiled interior.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall right behind three compartment sink soiled.
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Ibuprofen and Advil located on top of prep table. Operator removed immediately.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (50F - Cold Holding) at front prep station. Operator placed both products in walk in cooler for immediate cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled at prep table.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed white spray bottle containing sanitizer with no label. Operator labeled immediately.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler vents soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung up to dry. Operator hung up mop.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth not stored in quaternary sanitizing solution. Operator discarded cloth immediately.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine chemical test kit for three compartment sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed three CO2 tanks not secured. Operator put chain around tanks and properly secured.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing faucet handle at hand wash sink near back prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observed reach in cooler gasket across cook line soiled. Observed hood filter system soiled.
Observed ice chute at front soda dispenser soiled with mold like substance. Operator removed ice chute and washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler across cook line with soiled interior.
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.