Hosteria Romana
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
52
Score
Going back to 2023, Hosteria Romana has 10 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 10 violations per visit across recent inspections.
“No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 69, which Hosteria Romana's 52 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pitcher inside the sink and the drink station. The sever removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed several spray bottles with different liquids not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in the storage room. The manager brought soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed the ice buckets not inverted at the bar and on top of the ice machines. The bartender inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed several slices of rotting fruit on the floor at the bar.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several plastic containers with different sauces on the walk in cooler floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in the kitchen. The cooks removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the storage room. The manager brought a sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
52
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the drink station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the drink station. **Warning** **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-17-4
70
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over beef and pork in the walk-in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the drink station. **Warning**
31B-03-4
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. Observed the following food handlers certificates has expired Edwin, Marvin, Wilson, Aldo, Francesco, Simone, and Alberto. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle with a white liquid at the hand sink. As per the manager it is soap. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed de real glasses in the hand wash sink at the bar. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed salmon carpaccio on the menu. As per the manager the salmon is raw. The manager put an asterisk next to the item on all the menus during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar. The manager put up a side. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. **Warning**
25-27-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed the ice buckets not inverted at the bar. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed beef and other foods on the walk-in freezer floor. Observed fish and other foods on the walk-in cooler floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The bar tender removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed by the oven. The manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
25
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of tomato paste dented in the back room. The cook discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the dish washer touching dirty dishes and the clean dishes without washing his hands.
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic pitcher in the hand sink by the drink station.q
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the ice bin.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to ice bin.
31B-03-4
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 the following food handlers certificate has expired Attillo, David's, and Michele.
53B-14-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at the preparation area.
23-24-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean p,area and pans on a rusted shelf.
24-06-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of bread on the walk-in cooler floor. Observed cases of different foods on the walk-in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by the back door.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bartender moved them behind the bar. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed outside in a mop bucket.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
25
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. **Warning** As per the manager the proctor is on vacation. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Observed Nicelio Alberto Marrero has a CFM certificate from The always food safe company from 01-01-2025. **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. **Warning** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-17-4
82
Dec 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. **Warning** As per the manager the proctor is on vacation. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the employee restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the employee restroom. **Warning** **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning** **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. The server inverted the buckets. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. The server inverted the buckets. **Warning** **Time Extended**
10-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning** **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-17-4
67
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over heavy cream in the preparation reach in cooler at the cook line. The cook moved the items to the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed several spray bottles with different chemicals not labeled throughout the restaurant. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the employee restroom. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several plastic containers with different foods on the walk-in cooler and freezer floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. The server inverted the buckets. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on top of the ice machine. **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the employee and guest restrooms. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an open can of orange soda in the preparation reach in cooler at the cook line. **Warning**
12B-13-4
39
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed a sever touch his face and than grabbed two glasses of wine without washing his hands.
12A-10-4
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at the warehouse washing area. The manager set up the triple sink to sanitize the dishes. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-49-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining oyster tags for 90 days.
01C-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the men's restroom.
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in the large cracks of the tiles.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of different products in the walk-in cooler and freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket not stored inverted between uses. Observed at the bar.
10-14-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the front counter.
21-04-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar.
25-27-4
39
Oct 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed in the ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled. The bartender cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the Pizza perpetration cooler gaskets torn. Observed the plexiglass doors on the front counter reach in coolers cracked. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in the cracks of the tiles in the ware washing area..
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked tiles in the ware washing area.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. Observed at the bar. The bartender inverted it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the men's restroom. The put up a sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
55
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb located between three compartment sink and mop sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed panna cotta (58F - Cold Holding); tiramisu (51F - Cold Holding) located inside cooler unit near coffee/dessert station, less than 4 hours. Operator removed food items into another cooler unit, maintaining temperatures at +or- 41F and below. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda gun nozzle and holster behind bar counter.
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food located inside food storage container of dry rice, stored on shelf above prep cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on ceiling tiles/vents throughout kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door/door hinges of chest freezer in disrepair, located at coffee/dessert station. Observed cracked sliding door panel of display cooler at coffee/dessert station.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water located behind bar.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/ food debris located under ice bins and bar equipment behind bar counter.
36-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at warewashing area, next to mop sink.
31B-04-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hosteria Romana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hosteria Romana on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hosteria Romana?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Hosteria Romana.
How does Hosteria Romana compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Hosteria Romana most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Hosteria Romana's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hosteria Romana have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Hosteria Romana 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 Hosteria Romana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hosteria Romana is inspected around three times per year on average.
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