Amarone
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
50
Score
Inspectors have visited Amarone seven times, with records going back to 2022. On Apr 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 12 violations per visit versus roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible”, which has been cited five times.
Compared to other North Miami restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for containers of various foods.
14-86-1
High Priority - Observed raw chicken stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to cleaning equipment stored inside. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area.
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Observed case of takeout containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Observed case of water stored on floor in hallway.
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed no lighting in dry storage area due to being in disrepair.
38-05-4
50
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Observed Employee sitting in dining room and began working with food without washing hands first. **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Observed Live, small flying insects found in ware wash area. No food or clean utensils in area. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari and raw salmon stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to being blocked by trash can. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area and pizza station. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair due to cooler with ambient temperature of 72°F. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of sodas stored on floor in bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Advised manager and he rearranged. **Warning**
21-44-1
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris in kitchen area. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
30
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining and in direct contact with cut tomatoes. Chef r. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-86-1
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee cutting tomatoes meant for immediate use with his bare hands. Advised manager who instructed him to was hands and put on gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
09-01-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at sink in kitchen area shut off. Advised Manager and he turned on. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic container being stored in hand washing sink located in bar area. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked eggplant Parmesan thawing at room temperature. Food was located on prep table in kitchen area. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Observed In-use tongs and scoop stored on stove door handle between uses. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
50
May 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
86
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23. **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - 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. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal buckets being stored in hand washing sink and blocked by garbage can. Located in bar area. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - 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. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout containers being stored on floor in dry storage area. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed flounder thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table. **Warning**
06-01-5
41
Dec 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining a pan of cut lettuce.
14-86-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed various cups and containers being stored in bar hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of potatoes and tomato sauce being stored on floor in hallway.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 69°F and located on prep table.
10-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of pizza boxes being stored on floor in pizza station.
25-05-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Amarone last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Amarone on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Amarone?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Amarone.
How does Amarone compare to other restaurants in North Miami?
Amarone most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the North Miami average of 80.
Has Amarone's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Amarone have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Amarone means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Amarone inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Amarone is inspected around two times per year on average.
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