STEVE'S PIZZA
18063 SOUTH DIXIE HWY, Miami FL 33157
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed cheese cake not date marked at the reach in cooler at the front counter. Employee date marked the desserts.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings inside the walk in cooler. As per operator food was cooked on Saturday. Operator date marked the food.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl containers inside the grated cheese at the counter at the cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated grease and dust at the front counter by the pizza station and also at the kitchen area.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout in some areas of the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the front counter.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted by the 3 compartment sink, and also at the walk in freezer and walk in cooler.
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above a box of tomatoes in the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (64 F - Cold Holding) inside the walk in cooler. As per operator chicken wings were outside for above 2 hours. Operator placed chicken wings inside walk in freezer to bring temperature down.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed cheese cake not date marked at the reach in cooler at the front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cups used as scoop inside the cheese at the front line.
Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Observed 2 employees beverages stored above preparation area in the kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee removed it.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles missing grout in some areas of the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of tomatoes stored on the floor if the walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer front counter.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed plastic cups used as scoop inside the cheese at the front line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the front line. Also observed hood filters soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted by the 3 compartment sink, operator cleaned and also at the walk in freezer and walk in cooler.Repeat Violation**
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate15 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed spaghetti (46 F - Cooling); lasagna (46 F - Cold Holding)inside the walk in cooler. As per employee food was cooked yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed spaghetti (46 F - Cooling); lasagna (46 F - Cold Holding)inside the walk in cooler. As per employee food was cooked yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted located in kitchen area.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certificate for Pedro Q, Freddy S, Lazaro R, expired 4/25-7/25.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ac vents soiled with dust above preparation table in the kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed glasses and cell phone stored above preparation area. Employee removed them.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook with a bracelet while cook in food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at the front counter and at the kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both exit doors at the back.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket with bread stored on the floor at the front line. Employee placed an empty bucket and on top the one with bread.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed by the exit door by the bathroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed missing address and production date on self service packages of cheesecake pie at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink.
Storage shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed by the exit door at the back.
Wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of preparation table at the front line.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed MEATBALLS (122F - Hot Holding) at steam table located at cook line. As per employee less than one hour. Employee reheated to 165.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink located at server area across from men's room no paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink located at server area across from men's room no soap.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted located in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen soiled with debris
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler at kitchen area next to kitchen entrance in poor repair.
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed mop sink in kitchen area obstructed with brooms and dust pan
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed missing address and production date on self service packages of keylime pie at front counter. Coached operator on correct information needed on labels.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed handwashing sink located at server area across from men's room no sign. Provided operator with handwashing sign and operator placed sign at handwashing sink.
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at faucet located on the wall behind cook line missing bibb.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wood board resting on handwashing sink located in front of men's room.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed in front of men's room.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed in front of men's room.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees in the kitchen area without hair restraints during food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at walk-in cooler in disrepair. Observed reach-in cooler gasket next to cook line in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup located in walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer located at the front of the store.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed missing address and production date on self service packages of keylime pie at front counter. Coached operator on correct information needed on labels.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler located next to cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to walk in freezer. Observed in front of men's bathroom.
Shelves attached to walls not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed wooden shelf attached to wall over reach in cooler at preparation area.
Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on shelves located next to walk-in freezer.
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 8, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (57 F - Cold Holding); pepperoni (67 F - Cold Holding); cheese (65 F - Cold Holding); tomato sauce (50 F - Cold Holding); sausages (57 F - Cold Holding); garlic with oil (67 F - Cold Holding)as per operator food were left outside at the counter for less than 2 hours. Employee placed food inside the re h in cooler.
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 3 whole pizzas no time marked.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed cheesecake, chocolate cakes, key lime pie and carrot cakes not date marked and not having the minimal label information required y law.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper at the front counter. *Repeat ViolationRepeat ViolationWarning**
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta inside the walk-in cooler not date marked as per employee it was cooked 2 days ago.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook was wearing a watch while preparing food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a jar with utensils in standing water @ 80F at the front counter.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed different desserts stored on the main hall. Operator removed the desserts.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. As per operator landlord is working on this issue. The entire shopping center has the same smell.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the preparation table.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler observed raw chicken over washed celery sticks.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in freezer door handle.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in freezer
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers. WC on preparation tables.
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