MIAMI'S BEST PIZZA
5833 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Coral Gables FL 33146 · 305-666-5931
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
SEP 24
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed employee open rear door and dump mop water onto ground. Coached employee on proper waste water disposal and mop sink usage.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed marinara sauce (121F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator increased heat to begin reheating.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for packaged salads at reach in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee can of chips on prep tables and employee purse stored on top of waters at front counter. Operator removed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed for cook line e and pizza making employees.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed between fryer at cook line with grease build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cooler gaskets throughout soiled.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with dust and grease build up
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler cooked chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator from overnight. Operator removed to discard.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler cooked chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator from overnight. Operator removed to discard.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed no time stamp available for garlic in oil at kitchen counter. As per operator was placed 1 hour ago. Operator placed time mark.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Bain Marie meatballs in marinara sauce (119F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator mixed contents to redistribute heat new meatballs in marinara sauce (167F - Hot Holding)
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to explain steps to calibrate probe thermometers. Coached employee on proper steps and final reading.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed at various areas throughout kitchen.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pots and containers stored on floor under drying rack at dish area. Operator removed and stored onto shelf.
Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler a container of red onions stored on floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at white chest reach in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at oven at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter hand sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cooler gaskets throughout soiled.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with dust and grease build up.
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed for container of garlic oil at prep counter. As per operator for 1 hour. Operator placed time mark onto container.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at front counter storage area hole in ceiling.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at pizza making area hand sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at pizza making station where dough is stored.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at cook line area walls soiled.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at pizza making area on floor under hand sink.
Apr 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pizza sauce pizza sauce (51F - Cold Holding) on prep table at pizza station. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved sauce to reach in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary testing strips for three compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in container of sugar on table next to cook line. Operator removed bowl during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal belongings stored on top of single service to go boxes.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in two white chest reach in freezers at pizza station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets to reach in cooler soiled.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) next to handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed throughout establishment.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw shelled eggs stored over containers of shredded cheese and cooked wings, operator removed and stored on lower shelf.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 500+ppm). Operator removed solution from sink and diluted to proper ppm. 200ppm.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500+ppm). Operator began diluting solution to proper ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sink in salad station blocked by deli meat slicer. Operator removed to allow access.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at hand sink at cook line, sink used as dump sink for ice.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in containers of, sugar, flour, corn meal and spices through out the kitchen. Operator removed scoops during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen soiled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen, floors soiled throughout and behind equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in coolers throughout kitchen soiled with old food debris and flour.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed under hand sink at cook line. Operator removed and stored on lower shelves.
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of Tylenol stored on prep table. Operator removed and stored in office.
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed employee open rear door and dump mop water onto ground. Coached employee on proper waste water disposal and mop sink usage.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed items, mozzarella cheese and garlic in oil not time marked. As per operator was placed 1.5 hours ago. Operator placed time mark onto items.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed at three compartment sink, Triple Sink (Quaternary 500ppm). Operator diluted solution. New Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm).
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at to go pick up section, hand sink blocked by meat slicer.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed a paint brush used as a basting brush in a container of garlic in oil.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a container of cooked chicken wings in reach in cooler across from cook line not date marked. As per operator was made the afternoon before on 4/10/24.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a condiment cup in a container of tuna salad. Operator removed and discarded cup.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in white chest reach in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line a laddle in standing water. Operator discarded the water.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with form via email to print.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink area, mop stored in mop bucket. Operator removed mop and hung to dry.
Dec 19, 2023□ 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Nov 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed quaternary strength,3 compartment sink at greater than 500ppm, operator diluted to 300 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw ground beef stored above pepperoni located in the standing reach in freezer by the front counter. Observed raw shell eggs stored above marinara sauce located in the walk-in cooler.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation of encrusted food debris.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available at the time of the inspection.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed for the mens bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for the single serve food plates stored at the front.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the 3 compartment sink.
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.