Greco - Romano

2188 Nw 20Th Street, Miami, FL 33142
Italian
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Greco - Romano has six inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Dec 1, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Greco - Romano's latest score of 78 sits above the Miami average of 74. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license since October 1, 2025.
50-17-3
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler.
23-03-4
78
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
High Priority - Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
22-35-5
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
22-45-4
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing.
22-38-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.
36-10-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
45
May 13, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Observed reach in cooler soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Observed reach in cooler soiled. **Warning** **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning** **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed hot sauce, oil and spices containers stored on floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed hot sauce, oil and spices containers stored on floor. **Warning** **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed grill soiled with accumulated old food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed grill soiled with accumulated old food debris. **Warning** **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups and lids stored on floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups and lids stored on floor. **Warning** **Time Extended**
25-05-4
70
May 10, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed chicken stock dated 01-10-24. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed raw bacon and chicken stock with mold like substance. Operator discarded food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Observed reach in cooler soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. At the time of the inspection observed establishment serves raw gyro meat. Item not identified as raw product. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed hot sauce, oil and spices containers stored on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed grill soiled with accumulated old food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups and lids stored on floor. **Warning**
25-05-4
47
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mushroom (46F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per operator he placed inside 30 minutes prior.
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. Provided to operator during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
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. Observed employee William Deolivera missing employee food handlers.
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. Provided to operator during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water valve damage at handwashing sink.
29-08-4
52
Sep 16, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Greco - Romano last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Greco - Romano on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Greco - Romano?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Greco - Romano.

How does Greco - Romano compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Greco - Romano most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Greco - Romano's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Greco - Romano have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Greco - Romano inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Greco - Romano is inspected around two times per year on average.