Farandula Pizza and Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
64
Score
Farandula Pizza and Restaurant appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. On Mar 25, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around eight violations compared to roughly 16 violations earlier on.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw salmon. Coached operator the correct method. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna in walk in cooler no dated. As per operator made less than 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed Personal water bottles are being stored in reach in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device installed on top of prep area next to pizza prep area.
35B-02-4
Basic - Observed Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
64
Sep 18, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in cooler.
14-69-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves rusted inside walk in cooler.
14-17-4
86
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
10
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 20 minor violations.
View 31 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in freezer.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at front counter sneeze in hands. No handwash.
12A-14-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water 90F at cook line. Coached manger on correct procedure. Manager removed utensils from water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-05-5
High Priority - Live rodent present. Observed presence of 10 fruit flies. Employee began spraying commercially approved insecticide. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-19-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above cheese and cooked chorizo lasagna in walk in cooler. Manager removed raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with old food debris. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
22-02-4
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 near three compartment sink. Manager replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chorizo and ground beef lasagna, sliced ham, in walk in freezer with no date marking. Coached manager on correct procedure.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter by ice machine with no service date.
29-28-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions.
53B-16-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed sink nozzle soiled with debris. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer gaskets soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelves containing pizza pans.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling above three compartment sink in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed green cutting board stored between three compartment sink nozzle and wall
24-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board with grooves.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee water bottle stored on food preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of Alfredo and marinara sauce stored on floor of walk in cooler. Coached manager on correct procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-38-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
33-23-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall in women's restroom.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed knives stored on soiled wall above preparation sink.
10-02-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service containers not inverted. Manager corrected containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed frozen mixed vegetables uncovered in walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed AC vent dripping in walk in freezer.
29-03-4
10
May 2, 2024
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened employee drink stored on cutting board at make bar. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse stored on food contact surface next to rice cooker. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar and on cook line near pizza oven. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Walk-in freezer interior door with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled on right side of dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
67
Jan 19, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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. Provided person in charge with vomit and diarrheal cleanup procedures via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink blocked by garbage bin. Person in charge removed bin. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Gleydis and Amanda hired less than 60 days.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach-in cooler at preparation are in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by male food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to dishmachine.
36-27-5
50
Oct 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Farandula Pizza and Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Farandula Pizza and Restaurant on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Farandula Pizza and Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Farandula Pizza and Restaurant.
How does Farandula Pizza and Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Farandula Pizza and Restaurant most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Farandula Pizza and Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Farandula Pizza and Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Farandula Pizza and Restaurant 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 Farandula Pizza and Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Farandula Pizza and Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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