Positano Restaurant in Miami

Last inspected:

4701 Nw 79 Ave, Miami, FL 33166
Overview

Positano Restaurant in Miami has been inspected 22 times since 2022, accumulating 166 violations—an average of 7.5 per inspection, nearly 45% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Recurring violations centered on food contact surface sanitation, chemical storage and toxic substance control, handwashing protocol, and consumer advisories appeared across multiple inspections. A disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 27, 2026 documented 15 violations and a warning was issued.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

25Inspections
180Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Positano Restaurant in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.2 violations / inspection 7.2 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.71 violations / inspection 6.71 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Positano Restaurant in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Positano Restaurant in Miami
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2023012940 $200.00 Dec 22, 2022 Miami (Doral)

Positano Restaurant in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

Positano Restaurant in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Positano Restaurant in Miami last inspected?
Positano Restaurant in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Positano Restaurant in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Positano Restaurant in Miami are: Consumer advisory, Adequate lighting, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Positano Restaurant in Miami had?
Positano Restaurant in Miami has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Positano Restaurant in Miami find?
Positano Restaurant in Miami was most recently inspected on August 11, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Positano Restaurant in Miami ever been shut down?
No, Positano Restaurant in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
Has Positano Restaurant in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Positano Restaurant in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Positano Restaurant in Miami been fined?
Positano Restaurant in Miami has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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