Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
45
Score
Across the available record, Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 24, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to eight violations.
“Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli's latest score of 45 falls below the South Miami average of 63. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical sprays stored on clean dish rack. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above milk; inside walk in cooler. Operator changed order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink with splitter.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed clams not marked with last date of sale.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen hand sink in back; operator replaced paper towels during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no label. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in sugar container. Operator removed bowl during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
45
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in kitchen area covered with miniature fryer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed hand sink in kitchen area covered with miniature fryer. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to kitchen entrance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed no paper towels at hand sink during callback. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to kitchen entrance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: Observed no soap at hand sink at kitchen entrance. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
70
Nov 7, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed octopus in ROP, completed on site, completed thawed. **Warning**
03G-04-5
High Priority - Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed octopus in ROP, completed on site, completed thawed and no warning or date. **Warning**
03G-05-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed octopus in ROP, completed on site. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed multi surface cleaner stored on same rack with clean dishes. **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in kitchen area covered with miniature fryer. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to kitchen entrance. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to kitchen entrance. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed multiple meats in ROP with marinade, observed cooked sauces and vegetables in ROP in walk in cooler, observed cured meats in ROP stored in walk in cooler with dates more than 48 hours held. Observed various cheeses and cured meats in ROP done on site and held more than 48 hours. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Marco and Carlo with no Food training; more than 60 days working. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored on floor of kitchen. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed octopus in ROP, completed on site, completed thawed in standing water. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed old license posted. **Warning**
50-09-4
27
May 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed clams tags not in numerical order. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-20: Observed clams tags not in numerical order. **Time Extended**
01C-05-4
90
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
8 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with no label. Operator labeled bottle. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed clams tags not in numerical order. **Warning**
01C-05-4
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. Observed no form or kit on site. Inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no certificates for managers. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on menu undercooked beef's; not identified. Observed tuna tartare not labeled. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no kit for temperature or quaternary. **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. Observed no employees with any training. **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. Observed no agreement or employee training. Inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed outside of walkin cooler. **Warning**
36-36-4
41
Jun 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mushrooms (50F - Cold Holding) at RIC kitchen line. as per manager for less than two hours. Manager removed the item and placed it inside WIC for rapid cooling, **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside WIC.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw fish stored over cooked mixed cooked pork inside WIC, and raw beef stored over raw fish at drawer RIC, operator relocated the beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed clams tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Clams tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. Observed some clams at RIC without tag. Manager provided tag. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-01-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed raw fish and vegetables on heavy duty cleaning towels. Mama Agee was informed that product can't be in contact with non food grade towels.
21-05-5
45
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
67
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at the mop sink splitter hose connection area.
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in the walk in cooler raw meat over raw fish. The fish is not commercially packed.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed vacuum packed cheese without the date and time it was packed. Per operator the use the vacuum packed items in less than 48hours. Observed at the freezer vacuum packed sauces without the hour of production. Per operator they use the sauces in less than 48 Hours.
03G-06-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at the kitchen hand wash sink.
27-16-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed the clams and mussels tags not marked with last day used.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine chemical test strips.
16-37-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed by the ice machine clean mixers , spoons, spatulas with the food contact area facing up
24-05-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the handle of the kitchen hand wash sink not working properly
29-08-4
41
Aug 2, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in the hand wash sink
31B-03-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli?
Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli.
How does Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli compare to other restaurants in South Miami?
Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the South Miami average of 63.
Has Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli 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 Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mosaico Maurizio Farinelli is inspected around two times per year on average.
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