Davinci Gelato

645 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Italian

Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Davinci Gelato three times, with records going back to 2025. The most recent visit was on Dec 17, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami Beach restaurant scores 69. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. **Warning** **Time Extended**

16-36-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed the mop in dirty standing water. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed the mop in dirty standing water. **Warning** **Time Extended**

42-01-4

Oct 13, 2025

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Chris the owner doesn't have a CFM certificate. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. **Warning**

16-36-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by the triple sink. **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a box on top of the hand washing sink by the triple sink. The owner removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed several utensils in the hand washing sinks at the front counter. The owner removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-11-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers with different desert toppings not labeled throughout. **Warning**

02D-01-5

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the front counter. The owner put them behind the counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

25-27-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed the mop in dirty standing water. **Warning**

42-01-4

Apr 1, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw shell eggs over milk in the upright cooler. The owner put them on the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-11-5

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. Observed at the hand sinks at the front counter. The owner put towels next to each sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**

51-13-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Davinci Gelato last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Davinci Gelato on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Davinci Gelato?

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

How does Davinci Gelato compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

Davinci Gelato most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.

Has Davinci Gelato's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Davinci Gelato have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Davinci Gelato means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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