SICILIAN OVEN AVENTURA
20475 BISCAYNE BLVD, SUITE G11-12, Miami FL 33180 · 954-650-0710
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Dec 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed employee rinsing wiping cloth in hand washing in prep area. Advised manager Handwash sink can not be used for any purposes other than handwashing.
Observed case of water stored on floor in bar area. Advised manager and he instructed employee to move to shelf.
Observed some Food storage containers cracked or broken. Manager instructed employee is discard.
Dec 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pan of rotini covering hand washing sink located in middle of prep table. Handwashing sink is meshed with table with no barrier provided to help mitigate and allow for access to sink during food preparation.
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.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in dry storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Observed ice buckets stored on floor between uses.
Jul 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pan of rotini covering hand washing sink located in middle of prep table. Handwashing sink is meshed with table with no barrier provided to help mitigate and allow for access to sink during food preparation.
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.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in dry storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Observed ice buckets stored on floor between uses.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee were prepping and portioning rotini. Handwashing sink is meshed with table with no protection provided for food while employees are washing hands. Advised manager that a splash guard needs to be installed to protect foods from contamination.
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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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.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket being stored on floor in hallway area. Chef moved to shelf.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed wording for handwashing sign faded away. Located in kitchen area next to oven.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw tuna thawing at room temperature. Located in front of stove. Chef moved to reach in cooler.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee were prepping meatballs and chicken. No protection for food while employee were washing hands.
Aug 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket being stored in hand washing in bar area. Chef removed.
Cleaned and sanitized pans not properly stored. Pans were located on floor on side of prep table. Chef instructed employee to clean and properly store.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Chef removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in bar area and prep area.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee were prepping meatballs. No protection for food while employee were washing hands.
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Located in dry storage area. Chef removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of sodas and olive oil being stored on floor in dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in bar area and prep area.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee was prepping lettuce next to it. No protection for food while employee was washing hands
Aug 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining a tray of cooked egg plants.
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.
Required employee training provided by Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association employee training program but operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in dry storage area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys and phone being stored on prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooked pizza dough and mushrooms being stored on floor in kitchen area.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 77°F and located in front of stove.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of pizza boxes being stored on floor in dining room area. Manager moved to shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw calamari and raw shrimp thawing in standing water. All were located in 3 compartment sink.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee was prepping cheese next to it. No protection for food while employee was washing hands.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Located in waiter station and in bar area.
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.