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OSSOBUCO

19565 BISCAYNE BLVD 940, Aventura FL 33180 · 786-222-7679

Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats121
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2336625
Grade history
OCT 23
APR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink missing backflow preventer.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed mixing bowls stored inside of hand wash sink near dish machine. Operator removed mixing bowls.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 6 packs of commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna not removed from original packaging before thawing. Operator removed tuna from packaging.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handles. Operator removed tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 83 F at cook line. Operator removed water from containers.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board at prep area. Operator removed wet wiping cloth.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave in kitchen soiled with old food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal bowls being stored in hand washing sink. Chef removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen area. Manager added.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Observed establishment offering raw salmon, raw corvina and raw tuna. However menu does not identify that items are or contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Intermediate/02B-01-5
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket being stored on floor in bar area. Manager moved to shelf.
Basic/24-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Basic/06-09-1
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of eggs being stored on floor in walk in cooler and buckets of food being stored on floor in kitchen area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chef discarded water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nov 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area and warewash area. Chef added.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Nov 12, 2024 · Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area and warewash area. Chef added. Warning Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor in kitchen area, cases of eggs being stored on walk in cooler, and bread on floor in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 12, 2024 · Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor in kitchen area, cases of eggs being stored on walk in cooler, and bread on floor in walk in freezer. Warning Time Extended
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 12, 2024 · Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Warning Time Extended
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 12, 2024 · Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning Time Extended
Apr 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish being stored on top of cooked pastries in walk in cooler. Chef rearranged.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area and warewash area. Chef added.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. As of 1/25/24.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor in kitchen area, cases of eggs being stored on walk in cooler, and bread on floor in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of bread in walk in cooler. Chef rearranged.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container being stored in hand washing sink located in ware wash area. Chef removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in ware wash area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Observed various containers of food being stored on floor in kitchen area.
Basic/08B-38-4

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.