North Italia
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
64
Score
Going back to 2022, North Italia has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 23, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited three times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting North Italia on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored above peas in reach in freezer. Operator changed order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on dry dish rack.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone and charging cord stored above prep table in prep kitchen area. Operator had employee remove items during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled across cook line in reach in coolers. As per operator; new gaskets have been ordered and are on their way. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above triple sink. Operator had employee remove during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in freezer in prep kitchen area. As per operator; new shelves have been ordered. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-33-4
64
Sep 22, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed soiled gaskets in bar cooler.
23-03-4
86
Jun 24, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at cook line reach in cooler, raw beef patties stored over raw branzino. Chef removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at dry storage area in 3 containers of flour. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a container of sliced bread at dessert station on shelf uncovered. Chef covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop bucket at mop sink. Manager removed stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at rear of kitchen. Employee began cleaning during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
70
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw calamari (50F - Cold Holding) at cook line reach in cooler, as per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved product to blast chiller for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon stored over pickled onions at reach in cooler drawers on cook line. Operator relocated products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired for Ezebelle.
53B-14-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled in dry storage area.
22-16-4
64
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
61
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
74
Oct 16, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Lactic Acid 3010 ppm). Operator changed the solution. Final concentration Lactic Acid 1875 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over vegetables at reach in freezer. Operator started to relocate the products. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp ( 54 F - Cold Holding) at drawers reach in cooler. As Operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator moved the product to the blast chiller for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 101°F. At preparation area. And utensils in water at 124 at gelato station. Operator moved the container to the grill to reheat the water to 135°F **Corrective Action Taken**
10-05-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee with bracelets while preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
47
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 110°F.
10-05-5
High Priority - Lactic Acid sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Acid Lactic (2258 ppm). Operator added water to get 1875 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (49 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to the blast chiller. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs (112-114 F - Hot Holding); tomatoes sauce (101 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans stored not inverted under preparation table. Operator inverted the pans. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on the top of ice machine. Operator relocated the ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At employee bathroom.
31B-04-4
47
Sep 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was North Italia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at North Italia on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at North Italia?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at North Italia.
How does North Italia compare to other restaurants in Miami?
North Italia most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has North Italia's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at North Italia have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at North Italia 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 North Italia inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, North Italia is inspected around three times per year on average.
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