YALLA AVENTURA
19565 BISCAYNE BLVD FH-11, Aventura FL 33180 · 786-487-6787
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed raw salmon stored over/not properly separated from cooked lamb in cooler under flat grill. Advised chef and she rearranged.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice and quinoa.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Manager inverted.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Advised manager and she removed.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Dec 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelves on walk in cooler in disrepair and being held together by string and reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed Food storage containers cracked or broken.
Observed Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Jul 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Observed several Employees began working with food, handling clean equipment and utensils, without first washing hands.
Operator not complying with the procedures stated in the Process Waiver or HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed various raw meats stored using a reduced oxygen method which does not comply with the procedures stated in the Process Waiver or HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants Establishment was approved for "vacuum packing fish 10k bags" only. Advised manager to reapply for HACCP plan to package raw meat. Establishment must cease practice until approved. Stop sale issued for All meats with date exceeding 48 hrs.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs and raw salmon being stored over various ready to eat foods in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; raw salmon (61F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding) All were located in reach in cooler in kitchen area( shawarma station). Cooler had an ambient temperature of 54°F. Per manager all foods had only been in cooler for about an hour. Manager removed all foods to walk in cooler. Maintenance arrived during time of inspection to repair.
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/. Manager arrived during time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink due to dispenser in disrepair. Located in prep area.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler near kitchen entrance with ambient temperature of 47°F and cooler under kitchen equipment with ambient temperature of 54°F. Per manager all foods had only been in cooler for about an hour. Maintenance arrived during time of inspection to repair.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelves on walk in cooler in disrepair and being held together by string and reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed several cases of raw meat stored at ambient temperature in shared hallway with mall. Manager stated that all food was delivered about 30 mins ago. Advised that food needs to go into cooler immediately to avoid any potential contamination.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of meat stored on floor in kitchen area. Employee moved to shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment and wall. Located in kitchen area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed Employee preparing onions on top of electrical panel in kitchen area. Advised that food should be prepared in approved designated areas to avoid potential contamination. Manager instructed her to remove.
Observed Food storage containers cracked or broken.
Observed Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed various raw meats stored in reduced oxygen packaging not removed from packaging within 48hrs. Establishment was approved for "vacuum packing fish 10k bags" only. Advised manager to reapply for HACCP plan to package raw meat. Establishment must cease practice until approved. Stop sale issued for All meats with date exceeding 48 hrs.
Jul 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb in walk in cooler missing shield.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust.
Jun 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 no proof of any food handlers training for all staff.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb in walk in cooler missing shield.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust.
Apr 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cases of pasteurized liquid eggs inside of walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink missing backflow preventer.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at entrance of kitchen blocked by machine. Employee was able to move machine.
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 no proof of any food handlers training for all staff.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink at entrance of kitchen. Employee provided soap.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jug of oil stored on floor at cook line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb in walk in cooler missing shield.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust.
Aug 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. Observed thawed raw salmon being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. Advised manager that fish held frozen before, during and after being packaged. Chef instructed employee to remove from packaging.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over raw salmon in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chic peas at 71F - Cold Holding on prep table in kitchen area. As per manager chic peas are kept at room temperature. Manager moved to reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at hand washing sink in prep/ warewash area. Chef turned on.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed pink wiping clothes lining raw tuna in walk in cooler.
Employee eating while preparing food for customers. Advised manager and she instructed him to wash hands and change gloves.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature. Located in prep area. Chef moved to walk in cooler.
May 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Apr 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in prep area or kitchen area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Located in prep area.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth lining various pans of raw beef.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of raw beef being stored on floor in prep area and case of water on floor in dry storage area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed various raw meats thawing at ambient temperature. All located in prep area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed dishes not being sanitized after being washed and rinsed. Advised person in charge and she instructed employee to set up sanitizer and rewash dishes in order to sanitize properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of raw lamb and raw salmon. Located in walk in cooler. Person in charge rearranged.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
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 about 10 employees engaging in food preparation with no certified manager. Manager arrived during inspection.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at hand washing sink in warewash/ prep area. Manager turned on water. 101°F.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bags being stored on prep shelf in dry storage area directly next to food. Person in charge removed.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in dry storage area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Located between prep tables. Person in charge removed.
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.