SYLVANO
2426 NE 2 AVE, Miami FL 33137 · 786-703-8200
Last inspected Apr 10, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017023664 | Apr 3, 2017 | Jun 2, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed mosquito repellent on same shelf with salt next to mop sink. Operator removed during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed beef carpaccio stored above cheese and marinara. Operator changed order during inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw tuna stored above cheese and pasta in freezer outside of walk in. Operator corrected order during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray on counter at entrance to kitchen above to go items.Operator removed during inspection. Observed butane stored on shelf above dry foods next to mop sink operator removed butane during inspection.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under hand sink in warewash.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags in establishment without last day of sale on tags.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers on hand sink in warewash area. Operator had employees remove all items.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all certificates for employees expired; 10-21-25. Hemerson, Jana, Giana and Melvin.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed soiled interior.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as scoop for bread crumbs in container next to mop sink. Operator removed container during inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in warewash and kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed 1 shield cracked and 1 shield missing in warewash area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers across cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in.
Jan 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certification for Hemerson M, Giada A, Jana K, Melvin R. All expired on 10/21/25.
Jan 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator discarded solution.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 1 tuna units still inside package. Observed 5 mahi units still inside package. As per operator since the night before. At cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (50F - Cold Holding); breaded chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked broccoli (50F - Cold Holding); meatballs (49F - Cold Holding) inside cooler drawers at cook line. As per operator drawers are often open. For less than 4 hrs.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at prep area. Operator started to clean.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice dumped inside hand sink at bar.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certification for Hemerson M, Giada A, Jana K, Melvin R. All expired on 10/21/25.
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 1 tuna units still inside package. Observed 5 mahi units still inside package. As per operator since the night before. At cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on shelve over prep table at pizza station. Operator removed the phone.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Operator removed the tongs.
May 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored above milk gallon on shelves at walk in cooler, employee stored properly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed bolognese 45F - Cold Holding) and lamb sauce (46F - Cold Holding) not date marked on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bolognese sauce (45F - Cold Holding); lamb sauce (46F - Cold Holding) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee segregated food to be discarded. Also observed breaded chicken (46F - Cold Holding) on drawers at cook line, as per employee less than 3 hours, employee moved food and stored in another reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade, employee moved can opener to dishwashing area.
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/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed bolognese sauce not date marked on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee discarded during inspection.
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.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar area, employee stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed by 3 compartment sink. Employee removed during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on unit at cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers at dishwashing area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw calamari (frozen) on preparation table at kitchen area, employee moved raw calamari to walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed panko container not identified with common name by ice machine.
Feb 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at hose bibb near three compartment sink.
Clam and mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam and mussel tags for 90 days.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at ware washing area and kitchen.
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 flour next to ice machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flours containers not labeled next to ice machine. Observed squeeze plastic bottle with oil not labeled.
Feb 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate15 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm).
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over a box of mozzarella cheese at white chest freezer at dry storage area.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed raw clams and raw mussels stored at reach in cooler preparation area, and also stored at walk in cooler not tag provided. 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 raw tuna stored at walk in cooler. Observed raw mahi mahi stored at reach in cooler at kitchen. As per manager stored since day before.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at hose bibb near three compartment sink.
Clam and mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam and mussel tags for 90 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation area near three compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed manual mixer and 2 knives stored inside hand sink at kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee bathroom. Observed at hand sink at ware washing area. Manager provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee bathroom. Manager provided.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed raw clams and raw mussels stored at reach in cooler preparation area, and also stored at walk in cooler not tag provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at ware washing area and kitchen.
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 3 raw tuna packages stored at walk in cooler. Observed 5 raw mahi mahi packages stored at reach in cooler at kitchen. As per manager stored since day before.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee bag stored above mixer at preparation area. Employee removed during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler drawers door loose at kitchen area. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn at kitchen.
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 flour next to ice machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in water 104°F at kitchen grill.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth under cutting board.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler kitchen area.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Observed knives stored inside a knife block at kitchen area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe from hand sink at ware washing area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flours containers not labeled next to ice machine. Observed squeeze plastic bottle with oil not labeled.
Feb 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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 and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In ware washing area. Operator mopped water up.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door. Operator removed tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water that is 100f. Operator turned burner up higher.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In walk in 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.