Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County

PIZZA RUSTICA

863 WASHINGTON AVE, Miami Beach, FL 33139

FoodSeating
Latest violations
16
5 High Priority
Sep 12, 2025
City
Miami Beach
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
9

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Sep 12, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 6Basic: 5Total: 16

12A-07-5

Detail 24030938

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.

22-12-5

Detail 24030940

High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.

01B-02-5

Detail 24030936

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 cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding) inside WIC, as per cook from previous day.

03A-02-5

Detail 24030939

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding) inside WIC, as per cook from previous day. Observed cheese (49F - Cold Holding) container over filled at cook line reach in cooler, as per cook for approximately 1 hour prior.

03F-02-5

Detail 24030929

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale.

11-27-4

Detail 24030942

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 to operator via email.

16-37-1

Detail 24030937

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation

53A-05-6

Detail 24030927

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/

03F-10-5

Detail 24030935

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided to cook via email.

53A-14-4

Detail 24030931

Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.

53B-10-4

Detail 24030932

Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed employee training missing date of birth.

22-20-5

Detail 24030941

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

51-13-4

Detail 24030934

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.

23-03-4

Detail 24030928

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler near 3 compartment sink. Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 24030930

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed several food containers not covered inside walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

21-12-4

Detail 24030933

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

16-37-1

Detail 23482343

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 23482341

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed marinara sauce not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 23482340

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler near 3 compartment sink.

25-06-4

Detail 23482339

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service plates not inverted at front counter.

08B-12-5

Detail 23482344

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut tomatoes not covered at walk in cooler.

21-12-4

Detail 23482342

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table. Repeat Violation

Jul 22, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 8

31A-11-4

Detail 22993276

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket with sanitizer inside handsink located next to 3 compartment sink. Repeat Violation

16-37-1

Detail 22993275

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 22993281

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

14-09-4

Detail 22993274

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation area. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 22993278

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Gasket in disrepair at reach in coolers throughout the establishment. Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 22993279

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container with rice not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor by walk in cooler.

22-16-4

Detail 22993280

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled by preparation area.

21-12-4

Detail 22993277

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored at front counter and preparation area. Repeat Violation

Feb 22, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 6Total: 6

22-20-5

Detail 22665884

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

36-37-5

Detail 22665885

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceilings open rafters

35B-01-4

Detail 22665882

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 22665886

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In walk in cooler multiple food items on cardboard on the floor.

22-16-4

Detail 22665881

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

21-12-4

Detail 22665883

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation

Dec 14, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 6Basic: 9Total: 16

03F-02-5

Detail 22515272

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed pizzas, chicken wing, and potatoes at front counter. According to manager pizzas, chicken wings, and potatoes were placed 60 minutes ago. Operator added time marks at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

53B-16-4

Detail 22515264

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Staff member did not know how to calibrate thermometer using the cold method. Coached him in correct procedure.

11-27-4

Detail 22515257

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 person in charge with cleanup procedures.

22-02-4

Detail 22515270

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed large cutting board at three compartment sink area soiled with mold-like substance.

31A-11-4

Detail 22515267

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris at bottom of hand washing sink at front counter.

16-37-1

Detail 22515260

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

11-26-1

Detail 22515268

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 person in charge with employee reporting agreements, they started signing it during inspection.

24-05-4

Detail 22515263

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal containers not stored inverted at three compartment sink area.

32-12-5

Detail 22515271

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 22515269

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed large cutting board grooved at three compartment sink area. Repeat Violation

13-02-4

Detail 22515261

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 22515266

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets in disrepair.

35B-01-4

Detail 22515262

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

51-13-4

Detail 22515259

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided person in charge with choking poster.

21-12-4

Detail 22515265

Basic - Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout kitchen.

08B-12-5

Detail 22515258

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut tomatoes not covered at walk-in cooler.

Oct 19, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 5Total: 7

03F-02-5

Detail 21508781

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed pizzas and chicken wing at front counter, According to manager pizzas and chicken wings were placed 90 minutes ago. Operator added time marks at time of inspection. Observed written procedures posted on wall. Corrected On-Site

03B-01-6

Detail 21508786

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter pizzas (81°F - Hot holding at room temperature ) Establishment using time as public health control. Time mark was placed on pizzas at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 21508784

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on reach in coolers.

32-12-5

Detail 21508785

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 21508782

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation

13-02-4

Detail 21508787

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 21508783

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of pizza oven soiled.

Dec 2, 2021

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

22-02-4

Detail 20696729

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with black debris. Observed cutting board stained. - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-02: Time Extended

32-12-5

Detail 20696727

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-02: Time Extended

13-03-4

Detail 20696728

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-02: Time Extended

14-11-4

Detail 20696725

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed interior of door on walk in cooler in poor repair. - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-02: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 20696726

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with debris, dirt, dust. Observed fan cover and ceiling inside walk in cooler soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-02: Time Extended

Sep 20, 2021

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 8Total: 14

03A-02-5

Detail 20521996

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler-pre cooked chicken (51°F - Cold Holding) Reach in cooler-cheese (56°F - Cold Holding)

03B-01-6

Detail 20522002

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter-pizza (81°F - hot holding at room temperature ) Time mark was placed on pizza at time of inspection. Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 20522000

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with black debris. Observed cutting board stained.

16-37-1

Detail 20521995

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths.

53B-01-5

Detail 20521998

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all expired employee training certificates. Alvaro G, Ariel G, Carlos R, David O, Kelly H.

31B-03-4

Detail 20521999

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator placed soap at hand sink. Corrected On-Site

32-12-5

Detail 20521991

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

13-03-4

Detail 20521992

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

14-11-4

Detail 20521990

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed interior of door on walk in cooler in poor repair.

10-17-4

Detail 20521993

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.

21-04-4

Detail 20521997

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

23-03-4

Detail 20521994

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with debris, dirt, dust. Observed fan cover and ceiling inside walk in cooler soiled.

25-05-4

Detail 20522001

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on floor.

02D-01-5

Detail 20521989

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles containing different sauces not labeled.

Jul 20, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 9Total: 12

03F-02-5

Detail 20360530

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Operator added time marks at time of inspection. Observed written procedures posted on wall.

22-02-4

Detail 20360532

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed curtains board stained.

16-37-1

Detail 20360527

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. Establishment needs chlorine test strips.

24-05-4

Detail 20360526

Basic - Clean containers,pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner, near walk in cooler.

24-07-4

Detail 20360529

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean containers stored on floor near walk in cooler.

21-05-5

Detail 20360522

Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth towel stored inside container of diced peppers and tomatoes inside walk in cooler.

32-12-5

Detail 20360523

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

14-11-4

Detail 20360531

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed hole in interior wall inside reach in cooler located near walk in cooler. Observed handle missing off reach in cooler where pizzas are prepared.

08B-47-4

Detail 20360528

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers of chicken wings stored on floor inside walk in cooler.

23-03-4

Detail 20360524

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, debris, dirt,dust. Observed vent above pizza oven with build build up dust/debris. Observed fan cover inside walk in cooler with build up of dust. Observed ceiling soiled inside walk in cooler.

21-12-4

Detail 20360521

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

02D-01-5

Detail 20360525

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of salt, sugar and other food items stored inside containers not labeled.