Sicilian Oven Aventura
Last inspected: Dec 19, 2025
82
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Sicilian Oven Aventura, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 19, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
“Equipment in poor repair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Sicilian Oven Aventura's latest score of 82 sits above the Miami average of 74. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Observed employee rinsing wiping cloth in hand washing in prep area. Advised manager Handwash sink can not be used for any purposes other than handwashing.
31A-11-4
Basic - Observed case of water stored on floor in bar area. Advised manager and he instructed employee to move to shelf. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed some Food storage containers cracked or broken. Manager instructed employee is discard. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-38-4
82
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pan of rotini covering hand washing sink located in middle of prep table. Handwashing sink is meshed with table with no barrier provided to help mitigate and allow for access to sink during food preparation. **Warning**
31A-09-4
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** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee were prepping and portioning rotini. Handwashing sink is meshed with table with no protection provided for food while employees are washing hands. Advised manager that a splash guard needs to be installed to protect foods from contamination. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-54-4
Basic - Observed ice buckets stored on floor between uses. **Warning**
24-07-4
64
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
14-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket being stored on floor in hallway area. Chef moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed wording for handwashing sign faded away. Located in kitchen area next to oven. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw tuna thawing at room temperature. Located in front of stove. Chef moved to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee were prepping meatballs and chicken. No protection for food while employee were washing hands. **Repeat Violation**
08B-54-4
61
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket being stored in hand washing in bar area. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized pans not properly stored. Pans were located on floor on side of prep table. Chef instructed employee to clean and properly store. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in bar area and prep area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee were prepping meatballs. No protection for food while employee were washing hands.
08B-54-4
70
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
41
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing wiping cloths in hand washing sink located in prep area.
31A-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located on prep shelf in prep area.
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of onions being stored on floor in prep area.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 75°F and located in front of stove.
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee was prepping eggplant and tomatoes next to it. No protection for food while employee was washing hands.
08B-54-4
64
Jul 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef being stored on top of cooked rotini.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wiping cloths being stored in hand washing sink in prep area.
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being stored in sugar and flour.
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in prep area.
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed hand washing sink in middle of prep table where employee was prepping dough and raw chicken next to it. No protection for food while employee was washing hands.
08B-54-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sicilian Oven Aventura last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sicilian Oven Aventura on file is from Dec 19, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sicilian Oven Aventura?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sicilian Oven Aventura.
How does Sicilian Oven Aventura compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sicilian Oven Aventura most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sicilian Oven Aventura's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sicilian Oven Aventura have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sicilian Oven Aventura means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Sicilian Oven Aventura inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sicilian Oven Aventura is inspected around two times per year on average.
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