Giardino Gourmet Salads
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Giardino Gourmet Salads nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 10, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 11 violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” 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 pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 4 lb 2.5 oz can of Celebrity Tuna with dent.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed surface cleaner stored on box of seran wrap on kitchen. Operator moved during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
22-31-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last copy printed.
51-18-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in mop sink; not in use.
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to multiple tiles. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed on wall outside of office.
36-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles stored on floor under oven. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
47
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 packages of ROP salmon thawed ambiently inside plastic.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 55 oz can of premium sliced olives with dent.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener.
22-02-4
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 observed Yamary with no agreement or training; less than 60 days hired. Manager printed agreement and had associate sign. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet. Observed on dry dish racks.
22-31-4
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 Joselin expired; 2-15-23.
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cup on prep table. Observed phones and drinks above prep table. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several tiles in kitchen with water damage.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vents with dust.
36-34-5
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 3 packages of ROP salmon thawed ambiently inside plastic.
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor under oven.
08B-38-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand sink in kitchen slow draining.
29-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area.
36-27-5
30
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Food residue at hand wash sink located at front counter and one located at preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: Observed Food residue at hand wash sink located at front counter and one located at preparation area. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles show water damage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: Observed ceiling tiles show water damage. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
86
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Turkey (49 F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (47 F - Cold Holding); boiler eggs (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. Handout was provided by email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board very soiled at front counter. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Food residue at hand wash sink located at front counter and one located at preparation area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. Food Employee Reporting Agreement were provided in English and Spanish. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
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 - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles show water damage. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At front counter. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not properly identified and segregated at reach in cooler and freezer. **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee was cutting **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping towel at preparation table next to cutting board. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed two wood cutting boards surface not sealed. **Warning**
14-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeezes bottles with different sauces not identified by common name. **Warning**
02D-01-5
33
Mar 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the dishwashing area ceiling not smooth **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing around the water heater **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
74
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a small plastic cup without handle used as scoop in the granulated garlic container. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing around the water heater **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Giardino Gourmet Salads last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Giardino Gourmet Salads on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Giardino Gourmet Salads?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Giardino Gourmet Salads.
How does Giardino Gourmet Salads compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Giardino Gourmet Salads most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Giardino Gourmet Salads' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Giardino Gourmet Salads have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Giardino Gourmet Salads 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 Giardino Gourmet Salads inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Giardino Gourmet Salads is inspected around three times per year on average.
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