Baccano

169 Nw 23 Street, Suite 101, Miami, FL 33127
Italian
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
58
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Baccano has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Feb 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 11 violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“No paper towels” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
16-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled. Observed gaskets soiled throughout reach in coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled by entrance of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles showing water damage by wall in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-26: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
58
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on October 1,2025.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager certificate for Antonio Chia expired on 11-23-2024
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed burn kit stored inside handsink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles showing water damage by wall in cooler.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout establishment.
36-73-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic bottles of water not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor by ice machine.
08B-47-4
Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.
16-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled. Observed gaskets soiled throughout reach in coolers.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled by entrance of kitchen.
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
29
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
86
May 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink at the front.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand was sink at the front line. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink located at the front line. Water reached 80° F.
27-16-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on top of the ice machine. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand wash sink at the front line. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
64
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board across cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at male and female restrooms. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler vents soiled. Observed reach in cooler at the cook line soiled. Observed walk in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
86
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine located in front of the dishwasher machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the bar area located at the back. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. And also observed reach in cooler gasket soiled underneath preparation table.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at the reach in cooler underneath preparation area.
29-49-6
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Baccano last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Baccano on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Baccano?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Baccano.

How does Baccano compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Baccano most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Baccano's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Baccano have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Baccano means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Baccano inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Baccano is inspected around three times per year on average.