WORLD FAMOUS THEO'S SEAFOOD & PASTA
2230 NW 62 ST, Miami FL 33147 · 786-359-4951
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
FEB 24
JUL 24
JAN 25
OCT 25
APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 15, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed lite blue cutting board with cut marks next to 3 compartment sink. Manager discarded cutting board during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty sanitizer bucket inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee removed during inspection.
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/. Observed 7 employees on duty with out Certified Manager present.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach next to flat grill at cook line. Manager cleaned during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food residue and grease under cooking equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile missing next to oven at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with cooking oil being stored on the floor next to frying station. Employee removed and stored properly.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop stored inside ice machine. Employee removed, discarded ice and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tong being stored on oven door handle. Employee removed and stored properly.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with water and food debris at cook line. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Oct 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-25.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris on top preparation table.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee cleaned properly during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink behind front counter. Employee provided during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil being stored on the floor next metal dry storage rack. Employee removed and stored properly.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed on the ground discarded cardboard boxes next to dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer behind front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed side of preparation table /reach in cooler soiled with white substance in kitchen area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee drink inside reach in cooler in preparation area. Employee discarded during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Observed license expired 10-01-2024.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice inside handwashing sink behind front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink across from employee bathroom. Employee provided paper towels during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no handwashing soap at handwashing sink across employee bathroom. Employee provided soap during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of heavy cream on the floor across fro reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored inside reach in cooler.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed side on reach in cooler soiled with white substance across from preparation table.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris across from preparation area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted in front of service widow.employee inverted during inspection.
Jul 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs on top of raw marinated beef, Chef removed and stored properly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding); at reach in cooler behind prep line -as per Chef more than 4 hours. Chef discarded product during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler behind prep line cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding); raw salmon bites (47F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); seafood mix (48F - Cold Holding); As per chef less than 3 hours, chef removed product to reach in freezer to cool down.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips on premises.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink next to dry storage area. Employee provided soap during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drinking from a cup, then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment without washing hands at kitchen. Manager coached employee in proper hand washing.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023. Manager renew license at time of inspection. Confirmation number237476956
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket inside hand wash sink by front counter.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside employee bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed vegetable cutting board groove, at kitchen
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing a wrist watch while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed two door cooler missing a handle.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven do handles. Employee removed tongs from oven do handle
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed between kitchen and ware washing area lights no shields.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink at the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop inside bucket no properly stored.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed towel on top of preparation tables no stored in sanitizing solution.
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.