La Piadineria

1321 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Italian
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited La Piadineria seven times, with records going back to 2023. On Mar 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around six violations compared to roughly 12 violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Miami Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 69, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter HWS.
31B-04-4
95
May 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cups inside handsink by front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handsink plumbing in disrepair.
29-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by dry storage area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled .
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris Observed throughout kitchen.
36-73-4
64
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed the owner rinsed his hands for approximately 2 seconds at the front counter.
12A-17-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap.
12A-20-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a blue liquid not labeled. The owner labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at the front counter.
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bread on a plastic bag on the walk-in freezer floor and plastic water bottles on the walk-in cooler floor. The owner put everything on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an open can of sprite in the walk-in cooler.
12B-13-4
50
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
15
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
39
May 4, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
19
May 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed several dead insects in a light shield by the triple sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed several dead insects in a light shield by the triple sink. **Time Extended**
35A-09-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. **Time Extended**
12A-19-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed meat in shopping bags in the walk-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed meat in shopping bags in the walk-in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Poster was provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: 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. Poster was provided via email. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Sajjad Islam certification expired on 12-16-21. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Sajjad Islam certification expired on 12-16-21. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed the handle missing. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed the handle missing. **Time Extended**
27-06-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the restroom. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed several dead insects in a light shield by the triple sink. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Form was provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: 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. Form was provided via email. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 employee Maruthae expired on 06-05-22. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: 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 employee Maruthae expired on 06-05-22. **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed in the restroom, front counter area and kitchen. Observed temperatures of 77F max at all three sinks. Observed the power cable for the water heater not connected. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed in the restroom, front counter area and kitchen. Observed temperatures of 77F max at all three sinks. Observed the power cable for the water heater not connected. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed by the preparation reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed by the preparation reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
24-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at the triple sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at the triple sink. **Time Extended**
29-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two different cases of different food items on the walk-in freezer floor. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two different cases of different food items on the walk-in freezer floor. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Observed at the kitchen entrance. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Basic - Light not functioning. Observed at the kitchen entrance. **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed by the oven. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed by the oven. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Observed the hot water faucet turns but no water comes out. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Observed the hot water faucet turns but no water comes out. **Time Extended**
27-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed paper plates not inverted at the kitchen entrance. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed the handle missing. **Time Extended**
25-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles not labeled also large plastic containers. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles not labeled also large plastic containers. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Piadineria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Piadineria on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Piadineria?

Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Piadineria.

How does La Piadineria compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

La Piadineria most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.

Has La Piadineria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at La Piadineria have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Piadineria 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 La Piadineria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Piadineria is inspected around two times per year on average.