AVO MIAMI GROVE

Name: AVO MIAMI GROVE
Address: 3000 FLORIDA AVE SUITE 113, MIAMI, FL, 33133, US
Rating: 53.4

3000 FLORIDA AVE SUITE 113, MIAMI, FL 33133

License #2335086

53.4 Grade F / 100

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September 16, 2026 · 13 findings · 2 critical

Routine - Food

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AVO MIAMI GROVE in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 53.4 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 5 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 16, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 43 total violations — 6 critical, 8 major, 29 minor.

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The latest inspection on September 16, 2026 shows 13 observation rows: 2 critical, 1 major, and 10 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[06-09-2] 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. See stop sale. Observed frozen packages of tuna not removed from packaging prior to being placed to thaw. Operator began to remove.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed for walk in cooler metal floors that area lifting and broken causing a tripping hazard
[25-06-4] Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for to go boxes along prep counter. Operator inverted.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at storage area freezer, raw pork and tuna stored over fries. Operator began to reorganize.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at smoothie bowl station in containers of powders.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at poached eggs station in water of 83F. Operator removed.
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed at cook line prep shelled eggs (49F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 4 hours. Operator placed onto ice.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed steaks of tuna thawing in standing water. Operator started the water drip.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at center prep station of kitchen.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at rear kitchen hand sink vibration er if tuna placed to thaw. Operator removed.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall at cook line hand sink with holes.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop bucket at dry storage area
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed at front counter display case tray of samples stored uncovered.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[16-13-5] Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed dishwasher rinsing soiled items in sanitizer step of three compartment sink.
[36-17-5] Floor in disrepair. Observed for walk in cooler metal floors that area lifting and broken causing a tripping hazard.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed for floors in walk in cooler.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed at dry storage area boxes of bananas stored on floor. Operator removed.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed throughout, utensils in standing water of 72F. Operator removed.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in freezer where aÃ§aí is stored. Operator began to clean during inspection.
[25-06-4] Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for to go boxes along prep counter. Operator inverted.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at walls above hand sink at cook line.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop bucket at dry storage area.
[01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dented can of corn. Operator segregated to discard.
[22-41-4] Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator replaced empty container and primed machine new Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at kitchen prep counter garlic in oil (63F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 2 hours.
[02D-12-1] Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed at lobby beverage coolers for prepared onsite assorted fruit and wellness juice not bearing the warning label. Operator began to print and place warning labels onto items.
[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/ Observed 7 employees present engaging in food preparation with no certified manager present.
[02D-02-4] Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed container of whit substance not label at prep counter shelf. As per chef was salt. Operator placed label.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at prep area bowls on table not stored in a manner with over head protection.
[06-09-1] 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 container of frozen tuna at reach in cooler not removed from packaging. Operator began to remove from packaging.
[13-04-4] Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed for employee at cook line engaging in food preparation.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed at dry storage area plastic gallon of cooking oil stored on floor.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter ice bin. Employee removed.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed at handwash sink at cook line clogged and unable to drain.
[25-06-4] Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at cook line to go food boxes not stored properly from overhead contaminates.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at dry storage area standing reach in freezer packages of raw lamb racks stored over bags of fries.
[02D-12-1] Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Observed at lobby beverage coolers for prepared onsite assorted fruit and wellness juice not bearing the warning label.
[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/
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no dare of preparation on self serve prepared onsite juices and wellness shots at lobby beverage coolers.