Via Emilia
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
95
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Via Emilia, the earliest from 2022. Via Emilia was last inspected on Jan 26, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to the broader Miami Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 69, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a preparation reach in cooler by the front counter gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a preparation reach in cooler by the front counter gasket torn. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in the walk in cooler. The owner moved the chicken to the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a liquid not labeled. The owner labeled it degreaser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
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 the following food handler's certificate has expired; Carla, Jocelyn, Pamela, and Serena. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a preparation reach in cooler by the front counter gasket torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
67
Jun 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a large trash can in front of the sink at the kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn by the fryer. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
78
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
90
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (65F - Cold Holding); chicken (65F - Cold Holding); Beef (66F - Cold Holding) in the upright freezer.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (65F - Cold Holding); chicken (65F - Cold Holding); Beef (66F - Cold Holding) in the upright freezer.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with a blue liquid not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 the person in charge Mike Ohana CFM certificate expired on 04-15-2024.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the hand washing sink in the ware washing area had plastic containers in it.
31A-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the preparation reach-in cooler next to the fryer gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the shelving in the walk-in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
39
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of tomato sauce.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
64
Nov 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over beef in the walk-in cooler. The cook moved the chicken to the bottom shelf and beef to the upper shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom.
32-04-4
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 in a container of flour in the dry storage room.
10-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from faucet. Observed at the triple sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed two large plastic containers in the dry storage room.
02D-01-5
55
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
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 person in charge ready to cut tomatoes not wearing gloves. Person in charge washed his hands and placed gloves before cutting vegetables. **Corrected On-Site**
09-01-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas, tongs stored in 76°F standing water. Person in charged removed all items and disposed of water.
10-05-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels on hand washing sink at dish washing area. Person in charge provided paper towels . **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap towels on hand washing sink at dish washing area. Person in charge provided soap. . **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted bottom of prep table next to hand washing sink front of restaurant.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled at prep station.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cup rack and towels stored inside hand washing sink in dishwashing area. Person in charge removed all items. Also hand washing sink at front of the house blocked by trash can and bin. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. At time of inspection.
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. By prep station front of the house.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed last year license displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed an air gap on both exit doors.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in upright freezer in wear washing area.
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in coolers.
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing next to prep table.
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bottles with sauces ready for used not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed two gaps of tiles missing above upright freezer.
36-36-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Via Emilia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Via Emilia on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Via Emilia?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Via Emilia.
How does Via Emilia compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Via Emilia most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Via Emilia's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Via Emilia have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Via Emilia 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 Via Emilia inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Via Emilia is inspected around three times per year on average.
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