Osteria Morini
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
55
Score
Public records show five inspections at Osteria Morini stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 13, 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 eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Restaurants in Miami Beach average 69, so Osteria Morini trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a metal shelf blocking the hand washing sink by the walk in cooler.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
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 in a container of rice. The maintenance man inverted it.
10-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a cardboard box with cup lids on the floor at the bar. The person in charge moved it. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The inspector showed them how invert it. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
55
Nov 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a metal table blocking the the hand washing sink by the triple sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of sugar. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on top ice machine. The manager put in a clean container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the public restrooms.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
50
Sep 3, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves rusted at walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing above 3 compartment sink and by the cook line.
36-36-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of oil containers not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at kitchen by reach in freezer. Employee removed them from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
78
Jul 20, 2023
Routine - Food
7 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
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. **Repeat Violation**
01C-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. The manager printed it. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle at the bar soiled. The manager cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the triple sink use's quaternary and strips for Ecolab chemical. **Repeat Violation**
16-32-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the coffee area. The manager brought towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the coffee area reach in cooler gasket torn.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The chef removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the preparation area. The chef removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the ice machine gasket at the bar soiled. Observed the second walk-in cooler, vegetable and cheese fan guard soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The manager moved the straws.
25-27-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed an octopus in a sink in standing water. The chef opened the drain and turned in the cold water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container containing flour not labeled at the coffee section. The manager labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
32
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed seating restaurant establishment operating with an expired license, dated October 1, 2022. Observed approximately 5 food employees engaged in food preparation and food service of approximately 4 customers at time of inspection. Manager provided confirmation # 226030894, regarding license renewal payment.
50-17-2
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel lining raw beef hamburgers, stored in reach in cooler drawer, under cookline. Chef removed paper towel lining food container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed not all oyster/clam tags are being marked with last date served, written on tag. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line from kitchen ice machine drains into handwash sink at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment provided testing strips for DDBSA, Sink and Surface Cleaner Sanitizer. Quaternary testing strips not provided at time of inspection. Provided operator with quaternary testing strips. **Corrected On-Site**
16-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets stored on top of kitchen ice machine, not kept inverted. Manager inverted ice buckets.**Corrected On-Site** Observed spoons, forks and knives, stored in storage holder not stored handle first/inverted, located on shelving across from kitchen ice machine. Observed metal containers on top storage rack, not kept inverted, located across from kitchen three compartment sink.
24-05-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Manager removed ice scoop and placed at warewashing area to be cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located at kitchen prep counters. Chef removed wiping cloths from under cutting boards. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at restrooms used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket, next to mop sink at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food located inside food storage containers of flour. Chef removed serving cups, stored in storage containers, used to dispense food . **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Osteria Morini last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Osteria Morini on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Osteria Morini?
Across the inspection record, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Osteria Morini.
How does Osteria Morini compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Osteria Morini most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Osteria Morini's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Osteria Morini have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Osteria Morini 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 Osteria Morini inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Osteria Morini is inspected around two times per year on average.
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