NORTH ITALIA
7535 SW 88 ST #5010, Miami FL 33156 · 305-669-7987
Last inspected Jan 23, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at cook line reach in cooler, raw beef patties stored over raw branzino. Chef removed and stored correctly.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
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 beef stored above peas in reach in freezer. Operator changed order during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on dry dish rack.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone and charging cord stored above prep table in prep kitchen area. Operator had employee remove items during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled across cook line in reach in coolers. As per operator; new gaskets have been ordered and are on their way.
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Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above triple sink. Operator had employee remove during inspection.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in freezer in prep kitchen area. As per operator; new shelves have been ordered.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in bar cooler.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jun 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at cook line reach in cooler, raw beef patties stored over raw branzino. Chef removed and stored correctly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at rear of kitchen. Employee began cleaning during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at dry storage area in 3 containers of flour. Chef removed.
Stored food not covered. Observed a container of sliced bread at dessert station on shelf uncovered. Chef covered during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop bucket at mop sink. Manager removed stored correctly.
Mar 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon stored over pickled onions at reach in cooler drawers on cook line. Operator relocated products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw calamari (50F - Cold Holding) at cook line reach in cooler, as per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved product to blast chiller for rapid cooling.
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 employee training expired for Ezebelle.
Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled in dry storage area.
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed no letter of parasite destruction available for Yellowfin Crudo dish item served on menu. Operator contacted vendor and was able to provide letter of parasite destruction.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line prep cooler, cooked short ribs (44F - Cold Holding); as per manager for about 2 hours. Chef removed to place into blast chiller to rapid cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line polenta (121F - Hot Holding); as per operator for 1.5 hours. Manager mixed and increased temperature on container to reheat.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at rear of kitchen.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (58F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler next to the stove. As per operator for less than three hours. Operator discarded the products.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not stored inverted. Manager inverted.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top of ice machine. Operator removed the ice scoop and sent to three compartment sink to be cleaned.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed one tongs one oven door. Operator removed tongs.
Oct 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 101°F. At preparation area. And utensils in water at 124 at gelato station. Operator moved the container to the grill to reheat the water to 135°F
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over vegetables at reach in freezer. Operator started to relocate the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp ( 54 F - Cold Holding) at drawers reach in cooler. As Operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator moved the product to the blast chiller for rapid cooling.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Lactic Acid 3010 ppm). Operator changed the solution. Final concentration Lactic Acid 1875 ppm.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee with bracelets while preparing food.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 110°F.
Lactic Acid sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Acid Lactic (2258 ppm). Operator added water to get 1875 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (49 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the blast chiller.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs (112-114 F - Hot Holding); tomatoes sauce (101 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to reheat.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans stored not inverted under preparation table. Operator inverted the pans.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on the top of ice machine. Operator relocated the ice scoop.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At employee bathroom.
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.