Jon & Vinny's
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025
70
Score
Across the available record, Jon & Vinny's has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 12, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly 11 violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “wet wiping cloth not stored” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Jon & Vinny's latest score of 70 falls below the Miami average of 74. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomato sauce (62F - Cold Holding, as per chef for approximately 30 minutes prior. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by back exit door.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
70
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic butter (61F - Cold Holding) located at the prep table. As per operator, the item is made with fresh garlic in oil and was made about three hours ago. Operator placed item in container with ice and walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottles containing oil not labeled at the prep station. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler with soiled fan covers. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of white cutting board at the prep table. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
74
Dec 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils inside standing water at cook line at 81F. Operator discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed Observed wet wiping cloth under neath green cutting board in back prep area. Operator removed and placed rubber mat. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on plastic containers at the dry rack station.
16-46-4
78
Oct 1, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed across
29-34-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed the date marked on the filter 07-08-2021.
29-28-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
31A-10-4
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
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
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
31B-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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
31B-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at the cook line.
14-33-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in both restrooms.
31B-04-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed two pans missing.
14-73-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap between the double doors that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk-in cooler and freezer.
14-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn at the cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
26
May 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee using her cell phone and at the same time was organizing silverware
12A-29-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured by the hand wash sink at the front. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed mussels covered with a wiping cloth inside the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
21-05-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed potatoes stored on the floor at the preparation area at the back. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at both of them located at the back.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in coolers located at the back.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiples wet cloth stored in preparation tables across the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a salt counter not identified at the dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
58
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade station soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth used to cover fish inside walk in cooler. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
21-05-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored inside quaternary sanitizing solution. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with salt not labeled across cook line. Operator labeled immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as a scoop inside panko breading bin near dry storage area. Operator removed immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed two CO2 tanks not secured by water dispensary (by bar area).
51-11-4
70
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed a raw egg with broken shell inside plastic container. Operator removed it.
01B-14-4
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 - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured under the hand wash sink at the entrance of the kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a red cutting board at the preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed Employee with no beard guard
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed a employee without hair restraint. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Observed in reach in cooler in front of the stove.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils inside standing water @ 94°F. Operator replaced water 165° F. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at the preparation table. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-10-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 plastic containers with sugar not labeled. Operator placed a label. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
45
Jan 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jon & Vinny's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jon & Vinny's on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jon & Vinny's?
Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Jon & Vinny's.
How does Jon & Vinny's compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Jon & Vinny's most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Jon & Vinny's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Jon & Vinny's have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jon & Vinny's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Jon & Vinny's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jon & Vinny's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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