Novecento

18831 Biscayne Blvd #220, Aventura, FL 33180

Italian

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Novecento nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 19, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

“Equipment in poor repair” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Aventura restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2026

Complaint Full

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.

06-09-1

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink in bar area used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

16-46-4

Feb 3, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Observed Handwash sink in bar area used as dump sink. Advised manager sink cannot be used for any purposes other than handwashing. Manager coached employee and cleaned sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to utensils being stored inside. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Observed cases of fruit stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Sep 10, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Located under stove.

14-11-5

Basic - Food storage container cracked or broken. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

14-38-4

Basic - Observed ice machine stored outdoors nonsecure area. Ice machine has a lock however ice machine is not locked and secured between uses. Advised manager and he secured machine. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-62-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

16-46-4

Feb 11, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Aug 12, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Manager has a work order to replace. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-11-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located on prep table in prep area. Manager discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in front of stove. Manager instructed chef to clean. **Corrected On-Site**

29-49-6

Basic - Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed unsecured ice machine stored outdoors. Ice machine has a lock however ice machine is not locked and secured between uses. Called plan review to verify. Advised manager and he secured machine. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-62-4

Mar 18, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Oct 24, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket being stored on floor in kitchen area.

24-07-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Mar 24, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of food being stored on floor in walk in freezer. Chef moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour, breading and sugar removed from their original containers placed in plastic containers and not labeled. Manager added. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Jul 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

41-17-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.

36-34-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area.

36-17-5

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Novecento last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Novecento on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Novecento?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Novecento.

How does Novecento compare to other restaurants in Aventura?

Novecento most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Aventura average of 76.

Has Novecento's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Novecento have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Novecento 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 Novecento inspected?

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

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