Bella Capri
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
45
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Bella Capri stretching back to 2022. Bella Capri was last inspected on Apr 7, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around eight violations to closer to 13 violations.
The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine”, which has been cited four times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Bella Capri on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). During the inspection employee primed dishwasher machine Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon in hand sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner, located at cooking line. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications.
16-01-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled.
22-16-4
45
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed restaurant license expired 10/01/2024. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on floor underneath three compartment sink
41-10-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tiramisu held for more than 24 hours with no date marked at reach in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Clean plates, not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed red snapper in individual vacuum packages inside walk in cooler . Operator opened the packages.
06-09-1
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
52
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed meat wrapped in aprons in walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed meat wrapped in aprons in walk in cooler; at callback. **Time Extended**
14-15-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw pork chops over raw salmon in walk in cooler. Cook changed order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed raw pork chops over raw salmon in walk in cooler; at callback. **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry food and dishes are held. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed soiled shelves where dry food and dishes are held; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored in hand sink in kitchen area. Employee moved strainer during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed strainer stored in hand sink in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed on dry food and dish racks; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior of dishmachine soiled in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed interior of dishmachine soiled in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dishmachine soiled in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed exterior of dishmachine soiled in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup used as scoop in sugar container. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed cup used as scoop in salt container. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area with water damage. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed in kitchen area with water damage; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents in kitchen area soiled with dust. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed air vents in kitchen area soiled with dust; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed in chest freezer in kitchen; at callback. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed no choking poster on site; at callback. **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves in reach in coolers in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed soiled shelves in reach in coolers in kitchen; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed in multiple coolers in kitchen; at callback. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of food in reach in freezer uncovered; clams, peas. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed containers of food in reach in freezer uncovered; clams, peas. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed in walk in cooler; at callback. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed mozzarella cheese containers reused for other food items. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed mozzarella cheese containers reused for other food items; at callback. **Time Extended**
25-32-4
29
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
11
Dec 26, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: 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. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed no cleaning kit or form printed on site at time of callback. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed beef carpaccio on menu prepared raw, no advisory indicating that item is served raw to customers, **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed beef carpaccio on menu prepared raw, no advisory indicating that item is served raw to customers, **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed beef carpaccio on menu prepared raw, no advisory indicating that item is served raw to customers. As per operator, new menus are coming 01-05-25. **Admin Complaint**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves with rust in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed shelves with rust in walk in cooler **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed shelves with rust in walk in cooler at time of callback **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area damaged **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area damaged **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area damaged **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer next to prep table **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed ice buildup in chest freezer next to prep table **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Observed ice buildup in chest freezer in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area **Time Extended**
36-02-5
64
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed beef carpaccio on menu prepared raw, no advisory indicating that item is served raw to customers, **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed beef carpaccio on menu prepared raw, no advisory indicating that item is served raw to customers, **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves with rust in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed shelves with rust in walk in cooler **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed wine stored on floor of walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed wine stored on floor of walk in cooler **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer next to prep table **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed ice buildup in chest freezer next to prep table **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area damaged **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area damaged **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored against wall of cooler in kitchen area. Chef removed them and placed them on wall magnet. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed knives stored against wall of cooler in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
24-14-4
58
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 QT 14 Oz can of Clam juice by Sea watch with dent at lip. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine with chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. **Warning**
22-49-4
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed beef carpaccio on menu prepared raw, no advisory indicating that item is served raw to customers, **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves with rust in walk in cooler **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area damaged **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored against wall of cooler in kitchen area. Chef removed them and placed them on wall magnet. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-14-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed wine stored on floor of walk in cooler **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer next to prep table **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cheese containers being reused for storage **Warning**
25-32-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area **Warning**
36-02-5
37
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Kitchen employees touching soiled apron and engaging in food preparation no hand washing. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-05-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
05-06-4
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
16-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean all kitchen top shelves throughout.
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
27
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Manager renewed license at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than hand washing near kitchen and ware washing. Strainer stored in sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in wait station and in cook kitchen .
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Discussion with manager and cooks. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored inside sugar.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair over upright freezer and over cook line . **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance on cook line.
36-34-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface under microwave, over ice bin.
21-05-5
Basic - 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. Walk in cooler ambient temperature 45F. **Repeat Violation**
14-74-7
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in hall between wait station and kitchen in front of upright cooler/freezer.
36-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Ice bin lid missing and linen cloth used over ice.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door in kitchen has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken floor tiles at transition to kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored in flour.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Upright freezer-ravioli, broccoli and peas stored in upright freezer uncovered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Wet in use cloth under fork in wait station.
21-09-4
30
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Time Extended**
10-05-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Time Extended**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: 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/ **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees Mariac Galvez and Claudia Canales with employee training certificate expired on 06/06/22. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees Mariac Galvez and Claudia Canales with employee training certificate expired on 06/06/22. **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bella Capri last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bella Capri on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bella Capri?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Bella Capri.
How does Bella Capri compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Bella Capri most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Bella Capri's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bella Capri have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bella Capri 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 Bella Capri inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bella Capri is inspected around three times per year on average.
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