Pani
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2025
61
Score
Inspectors have visited Pani five times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 27, 2025. 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 seven violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Compared to other Aventura restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink missing backflow preventer. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed mixing bowls stored inside of hand wash sink near dish machine. Operator removed mixing bowls. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 83 F at cook line. Operator removed water from containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board at prep area. Operator removed wet wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave in kitchen soiled with old food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 6 packs of commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna not removed from original packaging before thawing. Operator removed tuna from packaging. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handles. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
61
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
58
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish being stored on top of cooked pastries in walk in cooler. Chef rearranged. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. As of 1/25/24. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area and warewash area. Chef added. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor in kitchen area, cases of eggs being stored on walk in cooler, and bread on floor in walk in freezer. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
10-07-4
55
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of bread in walk in cooler. Chef rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container being stored in hand washing sink located in ware wash area. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in ware wash area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed various containers of food being stored on floor in kitchen area.
08B-38-4
47
Oct 3, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pani last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pani on file is from Mar 27, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pani?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pani.
How does Pani compare to other restaurants in Aventura?
Pani most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Aventura average of 76.
Has Pani's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pani have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Pani 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 Pani inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pani is inspected around two times per year on average.
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