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PICCOLA PIZZERIA 3 LLC

2305 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Coral Gables FL 33134 · 786.615.5980

Last inspected May 22, 2026 · 6 visits since April 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats64
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2328811
Grade history
APR 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2014051839Nov 6, 2014Jan 8, 2015$200

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

May 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority7 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Establishment selling raw beef carpaccio di Marco) not identified in the menu.
Intermediate/02B-01-5
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front pizza station.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Frozen pasta. Reach in freezer at kitchen.
Intermediate/02C-06-5
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed container for salt not labeled.
Intermediate/02D-02-4
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Located by mop sink
Intermediate/27-16-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door gaskets at kitchen, some of them.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair at kitchen.
Basic/36-32-5
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots and pans in the kitchen.
Basic/24-05-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting table for vegetables at kitchen.
Basic/14-09-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at hand sink located at kitchen, by mop sink.
Basic/29-09-4
Food stored on floor. Observed at kitchen oil container stored on floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Cook line.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler air curtains soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk in cooler vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at dishwashing station and underneath three compartment sink.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at cook line prepared sauce (Ruth )for branzino fish, not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Oct 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4
Single-service articles improperly stored.
Basic/25-05-4
Feb 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing signs at any handwashing sink throughout establishment. Operator ordered signs immediately.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrective Action Taken
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed light in disrepair in walk in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not hung to dry, stored inside mop bucket. Operator hung mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by cleaning items.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen entrance.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Kitchen.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Cook at cook line.
Basic/12B-02-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet at hand sink in the kitchen.
Basic/29-08-4
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5
Single-service articles improperly stored. Disposable on kitchen's floor.
Basic/25-05-4

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.