Sylvano
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
25
Score
Inspectors have visited Sylvano nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 10, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around eight violations compared to roughly 16 violations earlier on.
“Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Sylvano's 25 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
5
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed mosquito repellent on same shelf with salt next to mop sink. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed beef carpaccio stored above cheese and marinara. Operator changed order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw tuna stored above cheese and pasta in freezer outside of walk in. Operator corrected order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray on counter at entrance to kitchen above to go items.Operator removed during inspection. Observed butane stored on shelf above dry foods next to mop sink operator removed butane during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under hand sink in warewash.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags in establishment without last day of sale on tags.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers on hand sink in warewash area. Operator had employees remove all items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
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. Observed all certificates for employees expired; 10-21-25. Hemerson, Jana, Giana and Melvin.
53B-05-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers across cook line.
14-33-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in.
14-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed soiled interior.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as scoop for bread crumbs in container next to mop sink. Operator removed container during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in warewash and kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed 1 shield cracked and 1 shield missing in warewash area.
38-01-4
25
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed certification for Hemerson M, Giada A, Jana K, Melvin R. All expired on 10/21/25. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
90
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator discarded solution. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-42-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 1 tuna units still inside package. Observed 5 mahi units still inside package. As per operator since the night before. At cook line. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (50F - Cold Holding); breaded chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked broccoli (50F - Cold Holding); meatballs (49F - Cold Holding) inside cooler drawers at cook line. As per operator drawers are often open. For less than 4 hrs. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at prep area. Operator started to clean. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice dumped inside hand sink at bar. **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. Observed certification for Hemerson M, Giada A, Jana K, Melvin R. All expired on 10/21/25. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Operator removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
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 1 tuna units still inside package. Observed 5 mahi units still inside package. As per operator since the night before. At cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on shelve over prep table at pizza station. Operator removed the phone. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
41
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed bolognese 45F - Cold Holding) and lamb sauce (46F - Cold Holding) not date marked on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee discarded during inspection.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bolognese sauce (45F - Cold Holding); lamb sauce (46F - Cold Holding) on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee segregated food to be discarded. Also observed breaded chicken (46F - Cold Holding) on drawers at cook line, as per employee less than 3 hours, employee moved food and stored in another reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored above milk gallon on shelves at walk in cooler, employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade, employee moved can opener to dishwashing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
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/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed bolognese sauce not date marked on shelves at walk in cooler, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar area, employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed by 3 compartment sink. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on unit at cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers at dishwashing area.
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw calamari (frozen) on preparation table at kitchen area, employee moved raw calamari to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed panko container not identified with common name by ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
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. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
32
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at hose bibb near three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: Observed no vacuum breaker at hose bibb near three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam and mussel tags for 90 days. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: Establishment not maintaining clam and mussel tags for 90 days. **Time Extended**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam and mussel tags not marked with last date served. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: Clam and mussel tags not marked with last date served. **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at ware washing area and kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching flour next to ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: Still Observed handle touching flour next to ice machine. **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flours containers not labeled next to ice machine. Observed squeeze plastic bottle with oil not labeled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: Observed flours containers not labeled next to ice machine. Observed squeeze plastic bottle with oil not labeled. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
58
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at hose bibb near three compartment sink. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm). **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over a box of mozzarella cheese at white chest freezer at dry storage area. **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed raw clams and raw mussels stored at reach in cooler preparation area, and also stored at walk in cooler not tag provided. 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 raw tuna stored at walk in cooler. Observed raw mahi mahi stored at reach in cooler at kitchen. As per manager stored since day before. **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Clam and mussel tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam and mussel tags for 90 days. **Warning**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at preparation area near three compartment sink. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed manual mixer and 2 knives stored inside hand sink at kitchen area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee bathroom. Observed at hand sink at ware washing area. Manager provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee bathroom. Manager provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed raw clams and raw mussels stored at reach in cooler preparation area, and also stored at walk in cooler not tag provided. **Warning**
01C-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at ware washing area and kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
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 3 raw tuna packages stored at walk in cooler. Observed 5 raw mahi mahi packages stored at reach in cooler at kitchen. As per manager stored since day before. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee bag stored above mixer at preparation area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler drawers door loose at kitchen area. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn at kitchen. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching flour next to ice machine. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in water 104°F at kitchen grill. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet cloth under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. **Warning**
14-73-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler kitchen area. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Observed knives stored inside a knife block at kitchen area. **Warning**
14-55-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe from hand sink at ware washing area. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flours containers not labeled next to ice machine. Observed squeeze plastic bottle with oil not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
13
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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 and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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. Provided and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In ware washing area. Operator mopped water up. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water that is 100f. Operator turned burner up higher. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In walk in cooler.
14-17-4
52
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic containers inside hand wash sink front counter area and dishwasher area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dishwasher area. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Three compartment sink.
29-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 100°f. Located cook line area. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
64
Nov 3, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-2
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed vegetable stock (122F - Hot Holding) on cook line. As per cook, item was being held hot for approximately 1/2 hour. Employee put item in pan and started to reheat. Observed stock reheated to 183°F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 86°F. Employee discarded water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed steaks and calamari thawing at room temperature. Items were frozen solid. Observed employee put items in walk in cooler for approved method. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sylvano last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sylvano on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sylvano?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sylvano.
How does Sylvano compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sylvano most recently scored 25 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sylvano's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sylvano have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sylvano 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 Sylvano inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sylvano is inspected around three times per year on average.
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