When was Contessa in Miami last inspected?

Contessa in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Contessa in Miami?

The most frequently cited violations at Contessa in Miami are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements.

How many health inspections has Contessa in Miami had?

Contessa in Miami has had 7 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Contessa in Miami find?

Contessa in Miami was most recently inspected on April 17, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Contessa in Miami ever been shut down?

No, Contessa in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.

Contessa in Miami

Last inspected: April 17, 2026

111 Ne 41 St, Miami, FL 33137

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Paradise Plaza Restaurant LLC
DBPR License: SEA2337455

Overview

Contessa in Miami accumulated 35 violations across 6 inspections between October 2022 and January 2026, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection — slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appeared in 5 of the 6 inspections, including recurring findings in employee health reporting (cited in 4 inspections), handwashing facilities (3 inspections), shell stock requirements (3 inspections), and approved food sources (3 inspections). The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on January 8, 2026 documented 21 violations with one high-priority finding for chemical storage and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

7Inspections

50Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: April 17, 2026

Contessa in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.1 violations / inspection 7.1 violations per inspection

Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Contessa in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (7)

2026 — 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority

Apr 17, 2026 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jan 8, 2026 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

2025 — 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority

May 7, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

May 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

2024 — 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority

Oct 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 20, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

2022 — 1 inspection0 violations

Oct 24, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Contessa in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Contessa in Miami last inspected?: Contessa in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Contessa in Miami?: The most frequently cited violations at Contessa in Miami are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements.
How many health inspections has Contessa in Miami had?: Contessa in Miami has had 7 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Contessa in Miami find?: Contessa in Miami was most recently inspected on April 17, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Contessa in Miami ever been shut down?: No, Contessa in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?: Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?: Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?: Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.