Rendezvous Bakery
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
58
Score
Across the available record, Rendezvous Bakery has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 5, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
Looking across the full record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.
That's lower than the typical Aventura restaurant, which scores around 76. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen area.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell mussels. Chef added tags back.
01C-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
10-20-4
58
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/24. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/24. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 5 employees present and engaging in food preparation but only 2 training certificates were provided by Florida Branch- International Food Service Executive Association. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Admin Complaint**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to dispense oatmeal. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: Observed bowl with no handle used to dispense oatmeal. **Warning** **Admin Complaint**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** **Admin Complaint**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Admin Complaint**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** **Admin Complaint**
14-17-4
58
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/24. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored over various ready to eat foods in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing a metal pan in handwashing in front of area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 5 employees present and engaging in food preparation but only 2 training certificates were provided by Florida Branch- International Food Service Executive Association. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container cracked and broken. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of eggs on floor in walk in cooler, and cases of oil on floor in bakery area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs and scoop stored on stove door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall behind dishwasher soiled with accumulated black buildup. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to dispense oatmeal. **Warning**
14-01-5
35
Jan 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed crepes being stored in thank you bags.
14-31-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Food storage container cracked and broken.
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oranges on floor in walk in cooler and cases of oil on floor in bakery area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Observed oranges not washed prior to being juiced.
08B-39-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef patties thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table. Chef moved to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
64
Jul 3, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
86
Jan 19, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water being stored on floor in walk in cooler and several cases of bread being stored on floor in walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of portion cups and napkins being stored on floor in bakery area.
25-05-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
82
Aug 10, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
Mar 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/22. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of raw beef. Located in walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
53B-10-4
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 - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases oil being and seasonings being stored on floor in bakery area and cases of food being stored on floor in walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in bakery area.
38-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout containers being stored on floor in bakery area behind oven.
25-05-4
50
Aug 4, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of raw beef. Located in walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee plating salad with no gloves on. Employee touched lettuce with bare hands. Coached employee and he discarded washed hands and put on gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
09-01-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed various foods being stored in non food grade bags located in walk in freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container of 2oz cups being stored in hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand washing sink next to coffee machine as dump sink.
31A-11-4
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/ Observed about 6 employees engaging in food preparation with no certified manager.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone being stored on top of prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of potatoes and cases of water being stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 112°F and located on grill.
10-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in bakery area.
38-07-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located next to stove.
29-49-6
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rendezvous Bakery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rendezvous Bakery on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rendezvous Bakery?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Rendezvous Bakery.
How does Rendezvous Bakery compare to other restaurants in Aventura?
Rendezvous Bakery most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Aventura average of 76.
Has Rendezvous Bakery's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Rendezvous Bakery have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Rendezvous Bakery 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 Rendezvous Bakery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rendezvous Bakery is inspected around three times per year on average.
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