Italica Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
37
Score
Inspectors have visited Italica Restaurant seven times, with records going back to 2022. Italica Restaurant was last inspected on Jan 15, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around seven violations across recent inspections versus roughly 13 violations before.
Across the inspection history, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Italica Restaurant's 37 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef inside ziplock bags stored over ziplock bags with cooked octopus at reach in freezer at kitchen by ice machine. Employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed a milk container not date marked inside walk I cooler 1; as per employee opened more than 24 hours. Employee dated. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled by prep area at kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chlorine and quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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 new employee hired less than 60 days Marcela Vargas. Provided form by email and signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored inside standing water at 78°F across cook line prep table.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled by pizza station counter.
22-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500ppm); employee prepared new solution, Recheck; Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 300ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board has cut marks by pizza station. Observed brown cutting board across cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn across pizza oven. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
37
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn in the reach in cooler cold station.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers with accumulated dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored on the mop sink not drying properly. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
86
May 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Gorgonzola cheese (49F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (49F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler for less than 4 hrs. Operator moved to another cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand sink next to ice machine. Operator removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates stored on shelves not inverse across freezer. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. Observed next to ice machine. Operator properly stored the bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under green cutting board at pizza station.
21-04-4
58
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp and raw tuna at reach in freezer.
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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/
53A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above walk in cooler near cook line.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled near exit back door near ware washing area.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates and pans stored not inverted at dry storage area across reach in freezer. Observed ice bucket stored above ice machine not inverted.
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed blue and green cutting boards at preparation area.
14-09-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall above walk in cooler near cook line.
36-24-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email.
51-13-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at walk in cooler near ware washing area.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fans soiled at walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at preparation area at cook line.
21-10-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed near ice machine.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored inside bucket at mop sink.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt containers at cook line and squeeze oil bottle not labeled. Chef labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
29
Jun 12, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed vegetable broth dated on 06/04/2024 inside walk in cooler. Employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site*
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed garlic oil (58F - Cold Holding) at pizza station, as per employee lees than 2 hours. Employee moved garlic oil to reach in cooler interior. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken breast stored above raw shrimp in drawers at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed vegetable broth dated on 06/04/2024 inside walk in cooler. Employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed offering raw carpaccio di salmone at the menu not identified.
02B-01-5
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.
11-27-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice maker. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 83° at the cook line. Employee discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers by dishwasher area.
16-46-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen area.
21-12-4
32
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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 and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan and utensils in hand sink on cook line. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. **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. Provided and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 3rd pan with utensil in standing water on prep table. Operator pored water out. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-07-4
50
Oct 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Italica Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Italica Restaurant on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Italica Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Italica Restaurant.
How does Italica Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Italica Restaurant most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Italica Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Italica Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Italica Restaurant 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 Italica Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Italica Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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