AVO MIAMI
5958 S DIXIE HWY STE B101, South Miami, FL, 33143
Most recent inspection
- Date
- July 24, 2026
- Type
- Complaint Full
- Result
- Administrative complaint recommended
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 21
- Jurisdiction
- Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL
Violations (21)
- 08A-20-5CriticalCorrected on site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in cooler drawers under grill; raw chicken over beef and salmon. Chef removed chicken from top drawers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
High Priority
- 01B-13-4Critical
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 tuna filets thawed in ROP. **Admin Complaint**
High Priority
- 41-10-4CriticalRepeatCorrected on site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of paint on dry food and single service rack. Observed sanitizer spray on coffee counter. Operator moved both items away from food and food contact. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
High Priority
- 29-42-4CriticalRepeat
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
High Priority
- 03D-02-5Critical
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked pasta (45/46F - Cooling). As per cook, prepared the night before closing and placed into cooler inside of cooler. **Warning**
High Priority
- 01B-36-5Critical
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale.
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked pasta (45/46F - Cooling). As per cook, prepared the night before closing and placed into cooler. inside of cooler. **Warning**
High Priority
- 22-43-4Critical
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 0 ppm. **Warning**
High Priority
- 02D-03-4
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed fruit cup, chia pudding and yogurt parfaits at front counter with no label with address. **Warning**
Basic
- 51-13-4Repeat
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Basic
- 51-18-6Repeat
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Basic
- 36-27-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in warewash area. **Warning**
Basic
- 11-27-4
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.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Warning**
Intermediate
- 02B-01-5Repeat
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon not marked on menu. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Intermediate
- 36-36-4
Ceiling tile missing.
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in kitchen at entrance. **Warning**
Basic
- 53A-05-6
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/.
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 no CFM present; more than 4 employees on site. **Warning**
Intermediate
- 36-34-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents in kitchen and dining area. As per operator, workers are coming in the afternoon to clean. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Basic
- 06-09-1Repeat
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.
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 tuna filets thawed in ROP. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Basic
- 36-03-4
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed behind triple sink. **Warning**
Basic
- 40-06-5Corrected on site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on dry food rack. Operator had phone removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Basic
- 36-22-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed behind dish machine, observed in dining area. **Warning**
Basic
- 10-08-5
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside of ice at front counter. **Warning**
Basic
Earlier inspections on file
Source: Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL health department. Data refreshed October 12, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.