LEVY'S SHAWARMA
3575 NE 207 ST UNIT B11, Aventura FL 33180
Last inspected May 21, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
May 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container with raw ground beef stored next to pita bread at walk in freezer, operator stored properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed at flour container, operator removed during inspection.
Clean linens stored on floor. Observed a bag of wiping cloths stored on floor at dry storage area, operator stored properly.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water at walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed food containers stored at walk in freezer,operator stored properly during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on unit by dishwashing area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior by dishwashing machine. Also observed soiled interior of drawers at cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves at walk in cooler.
Aug 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Non-pitting surface rust on prep table.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Observed container of bread not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Located under front counter.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread being stored in non-food grade bags.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in kitchen area used as a dump sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Manager sent employee to store to purchase.
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 to print.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food on floor in walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Chef moved to shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in prep area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in kitchen area and walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of sodas being stored on floor in kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Oct 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef being stored on top of cut tomatoes and cut lettuce. Located in kitchen reach in cooler. Chef rearranged.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed prep table in prep area rusted.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in walk in cooler, kitchen and prep area.
Food stored on floor. Observed various cases of food being stored on floor in walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed.
Aug 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dirty dishes being stored in hand washing sink. Chef removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed prep table shelf rusted.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bread being stored on floor under front counter and containers of food being stored on floor in walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water. Located in 3 compartment sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking onto floor in walk in cooler.
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.