Mario the Baker
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Mario the Baker has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 6, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “equipment in poor repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded nine times.
Mario the Baker's latest score is in line with the North Miami Beach average of 72. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed raw shell eggs stored over and with unwashed produce in reach in cooler. Chef rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage and warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Observed cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen area. Chef lifted off floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed hand washing sink between prep table with slicer and 3 compartment sink without splash guards installed. **Repeat Violation**
24-27-4
70
Nov 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Observed Raw shell eggs stored over various unwashed produce in reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: High Priority - Observed Raw shell eggs stored over various unwashed produce in reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
08A-04-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Observed pizza identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. As per manager pizza had only been out for about 1 hour prior to start of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: High Priority - Observed pizza identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. As per manager pizza had only been out for about 30 mins prior to start of inspection. **Time Extended**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed various cooked foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Intermediate - Observed various cooked foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Basic - Ceiling tile missing throughout kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. **Time Extended**
16-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed hand washing sink between prep table with slicer and 3 compartment sink without splash guards installed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Basic - Observed hand washing sink between prep table with slicer and 3 compartment sink without splash guards installed. **Time Extended**
24-27-4
55
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/24. Establishment was open and operating at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Observed Raw shell eggs stored over various unwashed produce in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Observed pizza held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour period. Pizza cooked the day before that wasn't sold was kept with the intent to resale per manager. Advised manager that food using time as a public health control must be discarded after the 4 hour allotted time period and that pizza must be discarded. See stop sale. **Warning**
03F-04-5
High Priority - Observed pizza identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. As per manager pizza had only been out for about 1 hour prior to start of inspection. **Warning**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Observed various cooked foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Observed establishment remodeling with no plan review submitted and approved. Current layout does not match approved plans on file. Establishment relocated handwashing sink in kitchen area, removed walk in cooler, added prep tables, closed existing dining room area, added restroom, and added walls to reconfigure kitchen layout. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - Ceiling tile missing throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink behind front counter used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Observed cases of pizza boxes stored on floor. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Observed hand washing sink between prep table with slicer and 3 compartment sink without splash guards installed. **Warning**
24-27-4
33
Apr 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/24. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment remodeling and current layout does not match approved plans. Establishment relocated handwashing sink in kitchen area, removed walk in cooler, added prep tables, closed existing dining room area, added restroom, and added walls to reconfigure kitchen layout. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. **Warning** **Time Extended**
16-04-4
67
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Observed Employee come from outside and failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/24. **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment remodeling and current layout does not match approved plans. Establishment relocated handwashing sink in kitchen area, removed walk in cooler, added prep tables, closed existing dining room area, added restroom, and added walls to reconfigure kitchen layout. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean dishes stored on floor in kitchen area. **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. **Warning**
16-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of pizza boxes bored on floor in dining room. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Located in kitchen area. **Warning**
42-03-5
29
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being stored in container of seasoning.
14-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pizza slicer stored in standing water less than 135°F.
10-07-4
90
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee take phone order then begin working without washing hands. Spoke to employee and she washed her hands and placed on gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw salmon meant for employee consumption not properly identified or segregated from food to be served to the public and stored on above milk and Cesar dressing for public.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a can of hot shot flying insect killer stored of shelf next to receipt paper.
41-05-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in customer bathroom and and kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in employee restroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer door in disrepair and reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in employee restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Observed pizza shovel stored on floor between uses. Located next to oven.
10-14-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes and takeout containers being stored on floor in prep area. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage and is in disrepair. Located in kitchen area near back door.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized pots not properly stored. Located on floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
24-07-4
Basic - Employee Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed container of raw salmon meant for employee consumption not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employe bag being stored on top of aluminum pans in kitchen area.
40-06-5
22
Sep 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: 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** **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-14-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located throughout kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located throughout kitchen area. **Warning** **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in bathroom. **Warning** **Time Extended**
32-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair and reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair and reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-11-5
67
Aug 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee not sanitizing dishes. Sanitizer not set up. Advised person in charge and she instructed employee to set up sanitizer and sanitize dishes. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed about 4 fruit flies in warewash area. Advised manager and he stated that he would call exterminator. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell egg's being stored on top of mozzarella cheese. Located in walk in cooler **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area. Employee added. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. **Warning**
14-14-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed pizza peel being stored on floor on side of oven. **Warning**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair and reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in kitchen area soiled with food debris. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Observed bathroom in dining room with out of order sign to prevent non customers from using it. **Warning**
32-09-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen equipment soiled with accumulated grease buildup. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall throughout kitchen area soiled with accumulated food debris. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Water draining onto pot from ceiling. Located in front of back door. **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located on prep tables in kitchen area. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
18
Mar 1, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Some Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
53B-10-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed kitchen equipment soiled with accumulated grease buildup.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located throughout kitchen area.
36-36-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed pots and pans being stored on floor by white chest freezer.
24-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in shared bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pizza cutter being stored in standing water. Water was 78°F and located on prep table.
10-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of pizza boxes being stored on floor in kitchen area.
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw veal thawing at room temperature. Veal was located on prep table.
06-01-5
37
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mario the Baker last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mario the Baker on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mario the Baker?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Mario the Baker.
How does Mario the Baker compare to other restaurants in North Miami Beach?
Mario the Baker most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is about the same as the North Miami Beach average of 72.
Has Mario the Baker's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mario the Baker have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mario the Baker 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 Mario the Baker inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mario the Baker is inspected around four times per year on average.
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