Mammamia Gelato Italiano
Last inspected: Jul 8, 2025
43
Score
Going back to 2022, Mammamia Gelato Italiano has five inspections in the public record. On Jul 8, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 11 violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to other Miami Beach restaurants (averaging 69), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the person in charge touched her hair a then touch a cone.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed equipment in both hand washing sinks.
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. **Repeat Violation**
16-32-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the triple sink. Observed in the back room.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a pump bottle labeled hand next to the hand washing sink with a blue liquid.
41-17-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment in the back room.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two cases of plastic water bottles on the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed one knife between a shelf and the wall.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in a water temperature of 78°F.
10-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed on the floor by the staff ice machines.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers with different products not labeled in the back room.
02D-01-5
43
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand washing sink next to the triple sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand washing sink next to the triple sink. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers with different products not labeled in the back room. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers with different products not labeled in the back room. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-14: Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
82
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 pans soaking in the sink at the kitchen entrance.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand washing sink next to the triple sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. As per the manager Azul has been working for approximately three months.**Warning** **Warning**
53B-02-5
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. Form provided via email. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
31B-03-4
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. Form provided via email. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers with different products not labeled in the back room.
02D-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several plastic containers with different products on the floor across from the triple sink.
08B-38-4
37
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mammamia Gelato Italiano last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mammamia Gelato Italiano on file is from Jul 8, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mammamia Gelato Italiano?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mammamia Gelato Italiano.
How does Mammamia Gelato Italiano compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Mammamia Gelato Italiano most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Mammamia Gelato Italiano's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mammamia Gelato Italiano have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mammamia Gelato Italiano 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 Mammamia Gelato Italiano inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mammamia Gelato Italiano is inspected around two times per year on average.
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