SOHO/ FLAME MEDITERRANEAN
19004 NE 29 AVE, Aventura FL 33180 · 305.205.4399
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand washing sink behind front counter due to nozzle in disrepair.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for container of cut vegetables.
Observed establishment has added a Self-service buffet line with no sneezeguards. Currently buffet line is made up of 2 stem tables and is located in dining room. No plan review submitted or approved. Advised manager that sneeze guard must be installed to prevent potential contamination and or further actions.
Observed raw shell eggs stored over or with unwashed fruit in walk in cooler.
Observed establishment has added a Self-service buffet line with no sneezeguards. Currently buffet line is made up of 2 stem tables and is located in dining room. No plan review submitted or approved. Advised manager that establishment Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels- restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Provided packet to manager.
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between wall and prep sink. Manager removed.
Interior of freezer in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Observed 3 oz cup no handle used to dispense various seasonings.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Jul 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food containers of cut vegetables.
Observed establishment installed stem table on front counter and unapproved buffet in dining room lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from potential contamination.
Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to strainer stored inside. Manager removed.
Observed Operator conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw chicken and raw beef without an HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Advised manager before continuing to engage in activity a HACCP plan is required.
Observed establishment has added a buffet line with no sneeze guard. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet is located in dining room. No plan review submitted and approved. Advised manager establishment Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Provided packet to manager.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler (salad station) gaskets torn
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between prep sink and wall. Manager removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager discarded.
Interior of freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Observed raw chicken and raw beef thawing at room temperature in kitchen area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Feb 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food containers of cut vegetables.
Observed establishment installed stem table on front counter and unapproved buffet in dining room lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from potential contamination.
Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to strainer stored inside. Manager removed.
Observed Operator conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw chicken and raw beef without an HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Advised manager before continuing to engage in activity a HACCP plan is required.
Observed establishment has added a buffet line with no sneeze guard. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet is located in dining room. No plan review submitted and approved. Advised manager establishment Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Provided packet to manager.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler (salad station) gaskets torn
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between prep sink and wall. Manager removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager discarded.
Interior of freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Observed raw chicken and raw beef thawing at room temperature in kitchen area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish being stored over various ready to eat sauces in reach in cooler. Manager rearranged.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager added rope.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Interior of freezer in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice and flour removed from their original containers placed in plastic containers and not labeled. Manager added label.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection 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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Observed displayed food on front counter not properly protected from contamination. Manager instructed employee to cover.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored over raw beef in front counter reach in cooler. Manager instructed employee to rearrange.
Observed no hot water at hand washing sink behind front counter due to nozzle in disrepair.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed.
Jul 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining various pans of cut lettuce. Manager removed.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided at employee handwash sink. Due to faucet handle in disrepair. Cold temperature was 86°F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken finger thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table next to fryer. Chef moved to reach in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel lining various pans of cut vegetables in reach in cooler.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand washing sink behind front counter due to nozzle in disrepair.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Located in bar area.
Ceiling tile missing. Located in kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout establishment.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil and vinegar being stored on floor in dry storage area.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining a pan of cut lettuce. Advised manager and she instructed employee to remove.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored in hand washing sink located behind front counter. Chef removed.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Located behind front counter. Manager turned on.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Located in bar area.
Ceiling tile missing. Throughout kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed takeout containers being stored on floor in dry storage area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in in salad cooler.
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.