TAURO PIZZA # 5
11506 QUAIL ROOST DR, Miami FL 33157 · 305-600-9393
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the preparation table in the kitchen observed Cooked chicken (115F - Hot Holding), as per employee for less than 1 hour. Employee reheating food.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019063193 | Dec 9, 2019 | Jan 31, 2020 | $160 |
| 1--2015022466 | Apr 20, 2015 | Jun 12, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at the front counter and also at the men's bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled in the kitchen area.
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Mar 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter next to ice machine at storage area missing service date.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pots and sauté pans on shelf by three compartment sink not inverted.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed at dumpster area.
Jan 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. Observed Maria employed more than sixty days with no proof of food handler training.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter next to ice machine at storage area missing service date.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage at ceiling tiles over reach in freezer at front counter.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pots and sauté pans on shelf by three compartment sink not inverted.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at unisex bathroom trash can has no lid.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of plastic water bottles stored on the floor at kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer at front counter.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed at dumpster area.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed a liquid propane tank stored at kitchen area by triple door reach in freezer and ice machine.
Jul 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cheese inside the white refrigerator in the kitchen.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at the front water due to broken handle.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at the hand wash sink at the 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 handle touching the sugar. Employee removed it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed white wiping cloth at the front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified at the front counter.
Jan 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty towel in hand washing sink at kitchen area. Employee removed towel from sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Maria Perez employed over sixty days no proof of training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut lettuce, crema at reach in cooler no production date as per operator product was made more than twenty four hours ago. Operator labeled product with production date.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf under prep table solid with food debris. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the wrong test kit, the establishment has quat test kit when using chlorine sanitizer. While conducting the inspection the owner brought chlorine test strip.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed at time of inspection lack of probe thermometer. While conducting the inspection the owner brought a probe thermometer.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing training for Karla Solis hired for more than 60 days.
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. Observed missing employee reporting agreement for 2 employees ( one hired more than 2 months ago and another one hired a month ago). Manager started explaining the document to the employees.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment offers fried eggs. Consumer advisory was posted.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken, cooked beef and cooked pork inside reach in cooler (as per employee from 7/16 ) without date marking.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used as scoop in flour bin. Manager removed immediately.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees cup of water on prep area without lid. Employee removed and covered drink immediately.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towel under cutting board. Employee removed immediately.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed dumpster missing drain plug.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container with food product without label with the common name of the product(as per employee maseca). Person in charge labeled it immediately.
Jul 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ham.
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. No proof of training for Samantha that has working for 60 days with no proof of training.
Nov 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate4 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. In the RIC located in the prepared area observed Cooked ground beef (49F - Cold Holding), employee stated that this food was stored in this unit since the night before and was never taken outside the cooler. Employee discarded food on site.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. In the RIC located in the prepared area observed Cooked ground beef (49F - Cold Holding), employee stated that this food was stored in this unit since the night before and was never taken outside the cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On the preparation table in the kitchen observed Cooked chicken (115F - Hot Holding), as per employee for less than 1 hour. Employee reheating food.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided big 6 illnesses poster to employee.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. In the kitchen area underneath the preparation table by the fryers observed raw quinoa, lemon pepper, Steak seasoning, garlic salt seasoning in plastic and glass containers not labeled specified by law.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In the reach in cooler located in the preparation area observed Cooked pork prepared for more than 24 hours not date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a container with no handle used to scoop lemon pepper seasoning.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots, containers stored on storage shelves by the 3 compartment stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Both employees working in the kitchen had no hair restraint.
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.