Osteria Positano
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
52
Score
Osteria Positano appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 6, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near nine violations per visit.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Miami Beach average 69, so Osteria Positano trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Repeat Violation**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor by cook line.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer at storage area. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
52
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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. Provided via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside HWS by cook line.
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed on top of dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler cook line torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer at storage area.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed walk in cooler fan covers with accumulation of dust. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
50
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lobster broth (74F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (62F - Cold Holding) stored on top of the prep table for less than 2 hours, as per operator. Employee placed items under ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment with quaternary test strip, but no chlorine test strips for the dishwasher.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. The kitchen.
31B-03-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. By the handwashing sink.
36-24-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed walk in cooler fan covers with accumulation of dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed multiple reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Through the hallway.
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler torn.
14-11-5
52
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-03: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-03: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-03: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the kitchen. Observed ceiling fan cover soiled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-03: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board groove at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-03: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-03: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-03: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
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Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves no handwashing, informed employee on proper procedure.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed chef partake in multiple task without changing gloves. Instructed chef to removed gloves and watch hands and plates new gloves and he did. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled throughout the kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout the kitchen. Observed ceiling fan cover soiled throughout the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at kitchen.
21-12-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observe beef thawing at counter, instructed employee to placed beef at sink with running water and he did.
06-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board groove at kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled at kitchen.
22-16-4
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Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container of bleach inside hand washing sink at warewashing area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: At the time of the inspection observed spatula inside handsink. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed filet mignon and ribeye not asterisked to consumer advisory on menu. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at warewashing and cookline. Staff provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at cookline. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of reach-in freezer near oven soiled with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-08: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
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May 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container of bleach inside hand washing sink at warewashing area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed filet mignon and ribeye not asterisked to consumer advisory on menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at warewashing and cookline. Staff provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of reach-in freezer near oven soiled with food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind dishmachine. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed staff with no hair restraint while preparing food. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at cookline. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of sugar cane stored on walk-in cooler floor and box of frying oil stored on floor at dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice machine down hallway near chest freezers. **Warning**
10-08-5
55
Oct 16, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw ground beef over vegetables at walk-in cooler. Person in charge arranged products according to cooking temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
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. Provided person in charge with cleanup procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach-in cooler at cook line and preparation area in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided person in charge with choking poster. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
70
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Osteria Positano last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Osteria Positano on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Osteria Positano?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Osteria Positano.
How does Osteria Positano compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Osteria Positano most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Osteria Positano's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Osteria Positano have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Osteria Positano 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 Osteria Positano inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Osteria Positano is inspected around three times per year on average.
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