PINA'S PIZZA
12041 SW 117 AVE, Miami FL 33186 · 305.254.3333
Last inspected Feb 17, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Operator renewed license online during the inspection, printed copy of renewed license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $460
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017043326 | Aug 7, 2017 | Oct 13, 2017 | $300 |
| 1--2015042507 | Sep 16, 2015 | Oct 26, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed log of raw ground beef stored over container of pizza dough in walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed stored prepared items in walk in cooler and reach in freezer with no date marked of preparation. As per operator items in cooler are no more than 2 days.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of Parmesan cheese at cook line.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at rear kitchen area.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice bin.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed dough cutter knives stored at triple sink between wall and pipe.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop in bag of flour at storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout.
Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in freezer containers of breaded eggplant, philly steak and breaded chicken parm, stored uncovered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen and prep areas.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed log of raw ground beef stored over container of pizza dough in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line reach in cooler, philly chicken (46F - Cold Holding); philly steak (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 4 hours.
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. See stop sale. Observed for pizza slices and garlic oil at front counter with no time mark. As per operator was placed 3 hours ago. Operator placed new time stamps.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed on certified manager Josefina Tondo 9/3/2020, certification expired.
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter hand sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed stored prepared items in walk in cooler and reach in freezer with no date marked of preparation. As per operator items in cooler are no more than 2 days.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of Parmesan cheese at cook line.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at rear kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice bin.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed dough cutter knives stored at triple sink between wall and pipe.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop in bag of flour at storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed at front counter pizza boxes stored on floor. Operator removed.
Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in freezer containers of breaded eggplant, philly steak and breaded chicken parm, stored uncovered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen and prep areas.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with an accumulation of dust at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of pizza sauce stored on the floor in walk in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under red cutting board in rear prep area across from reach in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dry storage racks soiled with an accumulation of grease and food debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service containers not properly protected on shelf next to fryer station. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed meatballs (frozen) thawing at room temperature. Operator moved meatballs to reach in cooler for proper thawing.
Jan 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of 2 litter soda stored on floor at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cooler drawers soiled at cook line. Employee started to clean. Observed hood filters soiled.
Jan 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at Pizza station: sliced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut meatballs (48F - Cold Holding); fresh Mozarella (46F - Cold Holding); ricotta cheese (47F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding) as per operator for 4 hrs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at Pizza station: sliced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut meatballs (48F - Cold Holding); fresh Mozarella (46F - Cold Holding); ricotta cheese (47F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding) as per operator for 4 hrs.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls inside spices container at dry storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of 2 litter soda stored on floor at cook line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on prep table next to walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cooler drawers soiled at cook line. Employee started to clean. Observed hood filters soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water inside reach on cooler at pizza station. Operator removed the water.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled at pizza station.
Oct 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the products, raw chicken bottom/raw beef up.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tomatoes sauce not properly date marked at walk in cooler. As per operator was made 24 hours ago.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not labeled under three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with holes above three compartment sink and next to walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed floor and wall junction broken at wall next to three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed two oil containers stored on floor at the back of the establishment. Operator picked up the containers.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of white reach in freezer lid in disrepair.
Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed shelves soiled at dishwasher area, in front and next to three compartment sink.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed an employee touching the cheese pizza with bare hands. Employee was coached that the ready to eat food can not be touched with be hand. Operator put on gloves.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over milk mix and next to cheese at drawers reach in cooler. Operator relocated the products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the products, raw chicken bottom/raw beef up.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic in oil (56 F - Cold Holding) at preparation table front counter. As per operator for one hour. Operator moved the product to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed person in charge Henry Olivar no proof of manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located front counter. Operator provided the paper towel.
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. Observed one new employee no proof of food employee reporting agreement. The food employee reporting agreement was sent it by email.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tomatoes sauce not properly date marked at walk in cooler. As per operator was made 24 hours ago.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not labeled under three compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a single service cup without handle stored on the Parmesan cheese at reach in cooler drawer. The single service cup was removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with holes above three compartment sink and next to walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed floor and wall junction broken at wall next to three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed two oil containers stored on floor at the back of the establishment. Operator picked up the containers.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed two knives stored between preparation table and steam table. Operator moved the knives to be cleaned.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in use wet wiping under pizza board at pizza station. Operator removed the towel.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of white reach in freezer lid in disrepair.
Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service containers not stored inverted at shelf under preparation table pizza station. Manager inverted the single service containers.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed shelves soiled at dishwasher area, in front and next to three compartment sink.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Operator renewed license online during the inspection, printed copy of renewed license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken fingers stored above cooked lasagna located in the standing reach in freezer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw philly steak located in the walk-in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed for the parmesan cheese located in the drawer reach in cooler.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at the prep counter.
Jul 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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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 breaded chicken breast stored above philly steak located in the reach in freezer by the back door.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. As per operator got misplaced,provided form for time as a method of control for food safety,
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed for the walk-in cooler, chest freezer.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the prep area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed in the prep area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the backdoor.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in the walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed jugs containing cooking oil, plastic bottled sodas stored on the floor of the prep area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest unit.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on the prep table by the walk in cooler.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled,drawer units.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed for the pizza station unit.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the 3 compartment sink,garbage bin, by the prep counter.
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.