Flyfuel Food Co
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, Flyfuel Food Co has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 8, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “observed cases of water stored on floor behind frond counter”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in Aventura average 76, so Flyfuel Food Co trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Observed No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen/warewash area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Observed cases of water stored on floor behind frond counter. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
67
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container of raw salmon stored in hand washing sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
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 manager certification for Jesse Gimelstein expired as 5/20/25. **Warning**
53A-03-7
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in walk in cooler. **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Observed various Food storage containers cracked or broken. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw salmon thawing in standing water. Located in kitchen hand washing sink. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
55
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed case of raw shell eggs being stored over various drinks in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of raid being stored on floor behind front counter.
41-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in kitchen hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
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. Emailed form to operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of water being stored on floor. Behind front counter.
08B-38-4
52
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Jan 11, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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/ Observed 4 employees present at time of inspection and engaging in food preparation with no certified manager present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of takeout containers being stored on floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
67
Aug 28, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored on top of ready to eat lettuce in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; (Cut tomatoes 68F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (70F - Cold Holding) All were located in kitchen reach in cooler. Cooler had a ambient temperature of 73°F. Manager moved to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures less than 135°F; cooked chicken (101F - Hot Holding); yellow rice (122F - Hot Holding) All were located on top of food pans in stem table. **Warning**
03B-01-6
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 coffee pitcher stored in hand washing sink behind front counter. **Warning**
31A-09-4
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/. Manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
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. Manager provided books but none were filled out. **Corrective Action Taken** **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
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut at hand washing sink located next to 3 compartment sink. Manager arrived and turned on. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed various foods being stored on floor in walk in cooler and in dry storage area under prep shelf. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed various fruit stored in reach in cooler uncovered with the bottom of pans directly touching food. **Warning**
08B-12-5
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. Observed cooler with ambient temperature of 73°F. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning**
05-09-4
27
Feb 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following foods temperatures less than 135°F; cooked chicken (97F - Hot Holding); quinoa (86F - Hot Holding); yellow rice (102F - Hot Holding) All were located in steam table. All foods had been in table for about an hour. Advised chef and she made steam table hotter. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed rice cooker being stored in hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located at hand washing sink next to mop sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at hand washing sink next to mop sink.
27-16-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of water being stored on floor on prep shelf behind front counter and cases of avocados being stored under shelf in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 78°F and located in steam table.
10-07-4
58
Jul 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. All books provided not completely filled out.
53B-10-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 67°F and located on prep table. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Flyfuel Food Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Flyfuel Food Co on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Flyfuel Food Co?
Across the inspection record, “observed cases of water stored on floor behind frond counter” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Flyfuel Food Co.
How does Flyfuel Food Co compare to other restaurants in Aventura?
Flyfuel Food Co most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Aventura average of 76.
Has Flyfuel Food Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Flyfuel Food Co have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Flyfuel Food Co 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 Flyfuel Food Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Flyfuel Food Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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