PIZZARELLO WOOD FIRED PIZZA
11735 SW 147 AVE UNIT 3, Miami FL 33196 · (305) 766-4884
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 10 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Observed no kit or form. Inspector provided form via email.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen, ware wash and pizza making station in front area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed Oct. 1, 2025 displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed 3 handles on upright reach in coolers in disrepair.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw breads chicken and raw beef over cut tomatoes, cut onions, sauces inside reach in cooler. Also observed raw shelled eggs above chocolate cake, cooked pasta and blue cheese in RIC.
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 expired 02/2026.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dish racks with black like substance being used for dish machine. Also observed shelves housing food pans and food equipment soiled with black like substance above 3CS.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed battery dead in probe thermometer. Operator replaced battery.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen, ware wash and pizza making station in front area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed Oct. 1, 2025 displayed.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm);; 2nd test Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Communicated to operator DM not sanitizing and cannot be used at this time, must use 3CS to wash, rinse and sanitize.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed 3 handles on upright reach in coolers in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed 25lbs plastic container of chicken bouillon on the floor in the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside Emerson freezer in the hallway.
In-use tongs stored on plumbing bar above ice chest between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching sugar in sugar bin near deep fat fryer.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapped above clean glasses in glass trays near restrooms in the back.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves inside silver upright reach in cooler in kitchen. Observed ice chest door gasket soiled with black like substance. Also observed soiled door gaskets on multiple RIC.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen in disrepair with no water.
Stored food not covered. Observed food pan of cooked pasta not covered in reach in cooler.
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored on top of cooked chicken. Operator corrected.
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 two Rop bags of white frozen fish inside reach in cooler across sauté station being thawed improperly inside ROP bag. Operator removed from Rop bag.
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold Ike substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container with no handle used to portion pasta at cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles at kitchen area soiled with debris.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed three knives stored in between work stations. Manager removed items.
Apr 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked pasta inside standing reach in cooler in kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled at cook line. Operator cleaned handles during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent and outside of hood dusty.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside standing reach in freezer in hallway.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Feb 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.observed ice buildup in chest freezer stored next to bathroom
Dec 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on menu salmon and beef carpaccio not identified as raw. As per chef, items are not heat treated.
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.
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 no form agreement or employee training. Inspector provided form via email.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in bathroom with water damage and cracks.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.observed ice buildup in chest freezer stored next to bathroom
Dec 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed DayQuil stored in reach in cooler with food for customers.
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. Observed no kit or form. Inspector provided form via email.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on menu salmon and beef carpaccio not identified as raw. As per chef, items are not heat treated.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen area. Chef brought paper towels over for inspector.
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.
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 no form agreement or employee training. Inspector provided form via email.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of food and sauces not date marked or labeled in coolers and dry storage areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in bathroom with water damage and cracks.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine with Chlorine 0ppm.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw beef on floor under hand sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.observed ice buildup in chest freezer stored next to bathroom
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen fish in standing water on counter next to warewash. Observed calamari thawing in standing water in three compartment sink. Operator turned water on. Observed lasagna thawing ambient on rack of dry storage area. Operator placed in reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed cloths stored on wood oven
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar not labeled in dry storage area.
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a glass bottle in the sink at the front counter. The owner removed it.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Carpaccio Di salmon and aid Manzo. As per the owner those items are severed raw.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in a water temperature of 88°F. The owner poured out the water..
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Mar 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over unwashed tomatoes at reach in cooler at hallway. Operator rearranged product.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee brought paper towels to hand sink.
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 Rafael with no food reporting agreement hired 1 week ago. Provided owner via email the health reporting agreement. Operator printed and employee signed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee brought container of soap to hand sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans not inverted stored at shelf at cook line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not posted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone inside clean container on top of preparation table at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil stored on floor at cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at hallway.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer throughout the kitchen.
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.