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SBARRO

11401 NW 12 ST #101, Miami FL 33172 · 305.718.8211

Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceNOS2328389
Grade history
OCT 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Repeat Violation
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cooking stove with heavy grease accumulation.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed some cooked pasta not dated cooked for over 24 hrs but less than seven days at walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout the kitchen prep area and ware washing.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed some auxiliary cutting board with marks not longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed around stove area.
Basic/36-73-4
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed tile grout missing or deep in some area of the kitchen floor.
Basic/36-12-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled cooling units gaskets.
Basic/23-03-4
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed under prep table serving utensils store food contact surfaces first.
Basic/24-18-4
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at front counter area.
Basic/21-38-4
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Jan 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
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 a total of five food handling employees and not certified food manager present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout kitchen prep area and ware washing.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear door exit.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed tub of tomato sauce stored on the walk in cooler floor, staff relocated it to rack.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored under dripping water line. Observed sealed container of food stored under dripping pan of cooling unit at walk in cooler, staff relocated item to another rack.
Basic/08B-52-4/Corrected On-Site
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed over 3 compartment sink area.
Basic/38-01-4
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed pack at front counter under cash register.
Basic/21-38-4/Repeat Violation
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout kitchen preparation area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor, staff relocated to rack.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed (52F - Cold Holding); cut ham (51F - Cold Holding) at front counter reach-in cooler, as per manager for less than four hours. Manager moved products to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents/ returns all throughout the kitchen and warehouse washing area.
Basic/36-34-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting at working containers at drying rack by 3 compartment sink area.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed bat rear door exit.
Basic/35B-01-4
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed macaroni (47F - Cold Holding); spaghetti (46F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler cooked from previous day.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed macaroni (47F - Cold Holding); spaghetti (46F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler cooked from previous day.
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lasagna (107F - Hot Holding); meat lasagna (110F - Hot Holding); lasagna (174F - Hot Holding 2nd temp); meat lasagna (172F - Hot Holding 2nd temp). Chef placed trays back in the steam oven to bring temperatures to 165°F
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment using time as public health for pizza and not written procedures in place, provided manager with form and explained the process.
Intermediate/03F-10-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation area, three compartment sink and other areas.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager printed and displayed it.
Basic/50-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee personal food stored inside kitchen hot box with food prepared for public consumption. Chef removed the food to an approved location.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed several containers and preparation tubs not properly air dried at rack across from three compartment sink.
Basic/24-08-4
Food stored on floor. observed soda drinks in plastic containers stored in the floor at entrance of front counter. Manager placed it back on rack off the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored under dripping water line. Observed sealed cheese bags stored under dripping water from condenser unit at walk in cooler. Manager removed the items and placed in another rack in the walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-52-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dusted/soiled fan covers at walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on the floor at front counter. Manager moved bucket to rack off the floor.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go serving trays not stored inverted at front counter area. Manager inverted the trays.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
May 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Repeat Violation
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. At the time of the inspection employee was not able to provide food manager certificate.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
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. At the time of the inspection employee was not able to provide food certificate for staff.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Obseved ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Shelves rusted across from 3 compartment sink Observed hood filter soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed Wall soiled behind 3 compartment sink
Basic/36-27-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed two bottles of ibuprofen near food prep table in back area. Operator removed immediately.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (96F - Hot Holding) and chicken patties (105F - Hot Holding) at front counter. As per operator, products were placed there about an hour ago. Operator reheating products.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
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. Provided form to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade near prep table soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed fan blocking hand wash sink near prep table in back area. Operator removed immediately.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside hand wash sink near front counter.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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. Provided form to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler soiled. Observed reach in cooler shelves soiled.
Basic/23-03-4

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.