MILANO ITALIAN GRILL
8767 NW 57 ST, Tamarac FL 33351 · 954-582.1111
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Soup well; marinara sauce (132F - Hot Holding). Operator made to reheat on the stove to 198F
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup on AC vents and ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 28, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution at 00 ppm.
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 at 1:00 p.m., no time marked on pizza held using time as a public health control. As per operator, pizza cooked at 12:00 p.m. Operator correctly time marked pizza.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of food management certification at this time.
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 some employees training certification expired on 7/20/2026.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed a C02 tank at front line not secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup on AC vents and ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on food preparation area. Operator removed and stored properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket in disrepairs.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at drinks machine.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on the outside of sugar and salt containers.
Stored food not covered. Observed containers with cheese and oil stored in walk in cooler not covered.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza prep table; garlic in oil (41-47F - Cold Holding). As per operator food not portioned or prepared today and in unit less than 4hrs. Observed flip top kept open, not allowing the item to be kept at proper temperature. Operator placed in lowboy cooler below.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink behind front counter blocked by cart
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in kitchen being used to fill up white bucket full of water
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Filled with purple substance under triple sink. Operator labeled
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Instructed operator to use triple sink to sanitize dish machine is fixed
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop in direct contact with ice machine. Operator removed and placed back in container.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave above kitchen counter, soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned partially
Stored food not covered. Raw chicken in walk in cooler stored uncovered. Operator covered.
Oct 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented cans of plum tomatoes
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. 2 hand wash sinks in kitchen blocked by cart/shelf
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/.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At kitchen flip top, 2 clear spray bottles not labeled. Operator labeled water
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In kitchen flip top, bowl used as scoop. Operator removed
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink no sign behind front desk
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water 128F. Operator took out of water
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Soup well; marinara sauce (132F - Hot Holding). Operator made to reheat on the stove to 198F
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser out of batteries.
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over cut lettuce in walk in cooler. Operator separated properly
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. 1)Walk in cooler: cooked noodles (44F - Cold Holding). Per operator, In unit over 24hrs, not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1)Walk in cooler: cooked noodles (44F - Cold Holding). Per operator, In unit over 24hrs, not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale 2)Kitchen Flip top: Butter (41-45F - Cold Holding). Per operator, In unit less than 4 hrs. Not portioned or prepared today. Observed item over filled, above fill line. Operator readjusted portion size.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Pizza prep flip top, grease and food debris on handles
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank unsecured next to pizza prep table, not secured. Operator secured with chain
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop in direct contact with ice machine surface. Operator placed in container
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1) Bottom of kitchen flip top RIC soiled 2) Pizza prep flip top, doors soiled.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor behind stove soiled with build up of grease and food debris
May 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched his head with gloves, immediately slice mushrooms afterwords.
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. New employee hired less than 2 months ago. No employee agreement form. Operator printed and filled out with new employee.
Food stored on floor. Inside walk in cooler, pot of brown sauce stored in direct contact with floor. Operator stored on shelf.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave has an accumulation of black build up of food debris and grease like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Build up of grease covering pizza prep area lowboy cooler. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Feb 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open glass on flip top cooler counter in kitchen Employee removed drink container
Aug 22, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Issued and reviewed
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot handle missing at hand wash sink between pizza oven and front counter
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust
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