It Italian Trattoria
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
45
Score
Across the available record, It Italian Trattoria has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Apr 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, showing up three times.
That's lower than the typical Miami Beach restaurant, which scores around 69. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
6
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed an employee use the POS system then put on gloves without washing her hands.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over ginger in the walk-in cooler. The person in charge moved the eggs to the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed an employee cutting an apple with her bare hands. The manager stopped her told her to put on gloves and wash the apple. **Corrected On-Site**
09-01-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a food handler rinsing off dirty dishes in the hand washing sink at the front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a metal cart in front of the hand washing sink in the ware washing area. The food handler moved it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by the office.
36-36-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation.
08B-39-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes being stored on the floor.
25-05-4
45
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of pasta. The cook removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with salmon on the walk-in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The manager inverted it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
78
Apr 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed at the front counter.
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee rinsing dishes in the hand washing sink at the front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the dishwasher touch dirty machine in the back uses chlorine and the establishment only has quaternary and heat strips.
16-32-5
Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed the automatic dispensing faucet in the ladies restroom not functioning.
29-07-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed several missing ceiling tiles in the ware washing area and back room. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
64
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed a prep cook touching bread with her bare hands.
09-01-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the prep cook touching ready to eat food with her bare hands. I asked the manager to tell her to wash her hands and put on gloves. She put gloves on no hand washing.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a slicer in the hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed several plates and cups in the hand washing sink at the front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the triple sink dispenses quaternary sanitizer and the dish machine uses chlorine. The establishment only has quaternary strips.
16-32-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed the front counter dish machine sanitizes with heat.
16-62-1
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed the prep cook wearing a watch, bracelets and rings.
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container of cooking oil on the floor. The manager moved the oil to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in both ice machines. The manager removed the scoops. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in a water temperature of 90°F. The manager poured out the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a bottle in a cooler over ready to eat food. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed a the dessert prep area.
29-49-6
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the front counter.
51-11-4
32
Oct 23, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both restrooms.
32-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was It Italian Trattoria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at It Italian Trattoria on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at It Italian Trattoria?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at It Italian Trattoria.
How does It Italian Trattoria compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
It Italian Trattoria most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has It Italian Trattoria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at It Italian Trattoria have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at It Italian Trattoria 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 It Italian Trattoria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, It Italian Trattoria is inspected around two times per year on average.
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