OLD LISBON AVENTURA
2960 NE 199 ST #A5, Aventura FL 33180 · 786-973-0193
Last inspected Apr 23, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2024
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; yellow rice (58F - Cold Holding); mash potatoes (63F - Hot Holding); garlic and oil mix (47F - Cold Holding). All located on prep table in kitchen area.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Apr 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink in bar area not accessible for employee use at all times due to kitchen equipment being stored inside. Chef removed.
Observed Clam tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Observed Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Observed filtration system installed on Handwash sink nozzle in kitchen area. Advised chef that sink can not be used for purposes other than handwashing.
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Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw sea bass bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Observed cloth used to line a pan of cooked cod fish.
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Observed raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat food in reach in cooler.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Clams tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Handwash sink in warewash area not accessible for employee use at all times due to being blocked by table.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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 tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams. Chef added.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw sea bass bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed bucket of onions and oil stored on floor in kitchen area.
Mar 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clam tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw seabass bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken and raw pork thawing at room temperature. Chef moved to reach in cooler.
Mar 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee returning from outside and began prepping parsley without washing hands first.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; yellow rice (58F - Cold Holding); mash potatoes (63F - Hot Holding); garlic and oil mix (47F - Cold Holding). All located on prep table in kitchen area.
Clam tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pan of food being stored over sink blocking access in kitchen area, prep table block access to hand washing sink in ware wash area and utensils stored in hand washing sink in bar area.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4+ employees present and engaging in food preparation with no certified manager present.
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. Emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in ware wash area.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams. Advised that tags must remain with container. Manager added tag to container.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to dispense yellow rice.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw seabass bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of potatoes stored on floor in kitchen area and various foods on floor in walk in cooler/ freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken and raw pork thawing at room temperature. Chef moved to reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black buildup on wall caulking in ware wash area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar, peas and rice removed from their original packaging, placed in plastic containers but not labeled.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.