IRONSIDE PIZZA
7580 NE 4TH CT, Miami FL 33138 · 3055315055
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026 · 13 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 4 live flies in prep area where salad coolers are stored. Observed in kitchen area above triple sink: 50+ live flies. Observed 20 live flies under triple sink in kitchen area. Observed 10 live flies where pizza prep is conducted in kitchen. Observed 5 live flies in walkway between kitchen and walk in cooler, on clean dishes and olive oil box.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021058411 | Sep 29, 2021 | Mar 25, 2022 | $320 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jun 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 aka San Marzano can of tomato with dent. As per operator, he's awaiting purveyor to replace.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 2 pints of strawberries with mold. Operator removed from cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over marinara sauce; operator corrected during inspection.
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 ground beef above raw salmon filet. Operator corrected order during inspection.
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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 1 reach in cooler under front counter no longer working. As per operator, used as dry storage. No TCS foods stored inside.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. As per operator, boards have been ordered and are waiting for installment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in across warewash. Operator had employee clean during inspection.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observe use of cooking with no hood.
Jun 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed none for proper air drying.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed use of burner to cook salmon and chicken, no hood system.
Apr 16, 2026Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed tiramisu made with egg yolks not marked on menu.
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 remodel in establishment, not matching current plans only OnBase. Observed dish machine added to plans next to triple sink which was moved to back of kitchen. Observed coffee and front counter with coolers added. Observed ice bin and chest freezer added to front counter area.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
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 across salad cooler no longer maintaining temperature. As per operator, no longer used. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 45F, the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: ricotta (47F - Cold Holding); pasta sauce (53F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); marscapone (48F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding).
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at entrance to hall where walk in cooler is located.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed none for proper air drying.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed use of burner to cook salmon and chicken, no hood system.
Apr 15, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 8 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
8 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed ibuprofen stored above sugar packets on rack next to salad coolers. Observed tums on shelf above clean glasses and pos system. Operator discarded both products.
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 on cell phone and then begin to cut pizza dough with barehands. Inspector stopped in and spoke to employee. Employee washed and dried hands.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 4 live flies in prep area where salad coolers are stored. Observed in kitchen area above triple sink: 50+ live flies. Observed 20 live flies under triple sink in kitchen area. Observed 10 live flies where pizza prep is conducted in kitchen. Observed 5 live flies in walkway between kitchen and walk in cooler, on clean dishes and olive oil box.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef in chicken stored above pepperoni in freezer. Operator corrected order.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 45F, the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: ricotta (47F - Cold Holding); pasta sauce (53F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); marscapone (48F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 45F, the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: ricotta (47F - Cold Holding); pasta sauce (53F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); marscapone (48F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding).
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel cleaner on rack above sugar packets in prep area next to salad coolers. Operator discarded product.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed tiramisu made with egg yolks not marked on menu.
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 remodel in establishment, not matching current plans only OnBase. Observed dish machine added to plans next to triple sink which was moved to back of kitchen. Observed coffee and front counter with coolers added. Observed ice bin and chest freezer added to front counter area.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
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 across salad cooler no longer maintaining temperature. As per operator, no longer used. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 45F, the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: ricotta (47F - Cold Holding); pasta sauce (53F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); marscapone (48F - Cold Holding); ham (50F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding).
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at entrance to hall where walk in cooler is located.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed none for proper air drying.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed use of burner to cook salmon and chicken, no hood system.
Jan 15, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter connected at mop sink no vacuum breaker.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee fill out a container with water at hand sink bread station. Observed soap plastic container stored inside hand sink by salad station.
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 front counter added to the establishment with ice machine,coffee preparation area, coolers and hand sink. Observed three compartment sink been moved to another location of the restaurant. Observed dishwasher machine added.Remodeling conducted and No plans submitted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in coolers gaskets torn by ware washing area.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed drainboards for air drying cleaned items being removed above three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers gaskets soiled by ware washing area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at hand sink front counter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by salad station and pizza station.
Oct 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate13 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter connected at mop sink no vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board by bread station soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee fill out a container with water at hand sink bread station. Observed soap plastic container stored inside hand sink by salad station.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink by front counter. Manager provided.
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 front counter added to the establishment with ice machine,coffee preparation area, coolers and hand sink. Observed three compartment sink been moved to another location of the restaurant. Observed dishwasher machine added.Remodeling conducted and No plans submitted.
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. Observed no proof of training for Marie Benedicte Benoit hired 8 years.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink front counter. Manager provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. By front counter added.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl no handle stored inside pasta at reach in coolers gaskets torn by salad station. Employee removed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in coolers gaskets torn by ware washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored at floor inside walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed drainboards for air drying cleaned items being removed above three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers gaskets soiled by ware washing area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at hand sink front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen ground beef stored in a container by cook line thawing at room temperature. Employee stored inside walk in cooler to thaw properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket by the hallway.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by salad station and pizza station.
Jun 17, 2025Call 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 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 front counter added with ice machine,coffee station and no hand sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair near ice machine at front counter. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at reach in coolers at preparation area and reach in freezer.
Apr 24, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Temperature 112). Manager set up three compartment sink.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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 front counter added with ice machine,coffee station and no hand sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair near ice machine at front counter. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at reach in coolers at preparation area and reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan of walk in cooler soiled.
Apr 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate14 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Temperature 112). Manager set up three compartment sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over mozzarella at walk in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken inside ziplock bags stored over raw salmon at reach in freezer. Manager stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw salmon (45F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler by three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw salmon (45F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler by three compartment sink. As per manager stored days prior. Manager discarded.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no hand sink at coffee station by front counter.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand sink by salad station. Manager provided.
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 front counter added with ice machine,coffee station and no hand sink.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed soap dispenser unable to dispense soap at hand sink by salad station.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed squeeze bottle with bleach not labeled at three compartment sink. Manager labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates at pizza stations not inverted.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cutting board stored on floor across salad reach in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at bread station.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open bottle of water stored at preparation area by pizza station. Employee removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys at counter by salad station.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in disrepair near ice machine at front counter. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at reach in coolers at preparation area and reach in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. White chest freezer By hallway.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan of walk in cooler soiled.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed SS cups for coffee not inverted at front counter.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed cloth soiled at prep table at bread station. Manager removed during inspection.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking from pipe at hand sink across three compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze plastic bottle with olive oil not labeled at pizza stations.
Nov 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a case of shell eggs stored above prosciutto and cheese inside walk in cooler. Manager stored box with shell eggs on bottom shelf under ready to eat foods.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit The Ecolab/PureForce Sink and Surface Cleaner Sanitizer.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed a food container at kitchen broken. Operator discarded container at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket of reach in cooler at front counter soiled. Operator started cleaning the gasket.
May 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over cooked eggplant in reach-in cooler. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza cooler: sliced ham 47 F, sliced salami 48 F. Operator placed items in ice bath.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a scoop and a container stored in handwash sink in kitchen. Operator removed items from handwash sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Lucia Vidal. Leonardo Delvecchio.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. The Ecolab/PureForce Sink and Surface Cleaner Sanitizer test kit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink with no lid stored on prep table. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. Observed a container of fry oil stored on floor in kitchen. Operator moved to shelf.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored above ice cream inside freezer, employee stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomato (56F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding) as per chef approximately 35 minutes.
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. Provided form during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta and lasagna not dated, as per Chef over 24 hours.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed meatballs containers (frozen) next to oven, employee moved food containers to reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed croutons container not identified with common name in 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.