Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
55
Score
Inspectors have visited Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood nine times, with records going back to 2022. Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood was last inspected on Dec 1, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
5
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Complaint Full
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed for clam tags.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for clam tags. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed for rear kitchen hand sink blocked by storage rack and cooler.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at front counter hand sink used as dump sink with drink ice dumped inside.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for prepped cooked pasta in reach in cooler, as per operator from at least 1 day ago not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at ice bucket. **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep line.
21-04-4
55
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at rear reach in cooler unit risotto (48F- Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) cooked ground beef (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); raw calamari (50F - Cold Holding); octopus (52F - Cold Holding). As per operator items were stocked at cooler less than 3 hours ago from secondary cooler. Operator began to place items onto ice and move from cooler to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Bar Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for mussel tags. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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. Observed for 2 new employees 2 days hired. Employee printed and reviewed firm with new hires. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at front prep cooler top shelf. Operator removed and stored on alternate lower covered shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at ice bucket. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at flip top prep table. **Warning**
10-17-4
47
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
50
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
May 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep cooler scallops(46F - Cold Holding). As per manager was placed about 2 hours ago. Manager placed ice over top to cool. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for clam tags. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for employee Antonio M., who was hired more than 60 days ago. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep table. Manager removed cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
64
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for the clams **Warning**
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips available at the time of the inspection. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for oven at the cookline. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed for the prep unit **Warning**
14-36-5
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed for the standing unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for the togo food containers located opposite cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
52
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed by the front kitchen refrigerator/freezer.
14-69-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood?
Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood.
How does Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood 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 Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sapore Di Mare Italian Seafood is inspected around three times per year on average.
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