THE VILLA

Name: THE VILLA
Address: 19501 NW 2 AVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FL, 33169, US
Rating: 0

19501 NW 2 AVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33169

License #2334173

0 Grade F / 100

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August 28, 2026 · 12 findings · 1 critical

Routine - Food (follow-up)

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THE VILLA in MIAMI GARDENS currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 0 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 12 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on August 28, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 144 total violations — 16 critical, 35 major, 93 minor.

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Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the kitchen and walk in cooler.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper over reach in freezer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers heavily soiled.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen.
[35A-02-8] At the time of the callback inspection observed approximately 5+ live flies flying around in the kitchen.
[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.
[22-02-4] Observed soiled containers of pickled split mackerel, with jerk seasoning inside.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans do not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed establishment added kitchen area behind the bar with a stove hood system, reaching cooler, prep tables and sink, walk-in cooler walk-in freezer and meat slicer. observed four big smokers behind the establishment, cooking jerk chicken.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
[35A-02-8] At the time of the callback inspection observed approximately 5+ live flies flying around in the kitchen.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper over reach in freezer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers heavily soiled.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
[22-02-4] Observed soiled containers of pickled split mackerel, with jerk seasoning inside.
[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.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans do not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed establishment added kitchen area behind the bar with a stove hood system, reaching cooler, prep tables and sink, walk-in cooler walk-in freezer and meat slicer. observed four big smokers behind the establishment, cooking jerk chicken.
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the kitchen and walk in cooler.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
[22-16-4] Observed shelves in the kitchen heavily soiled on top of wear washing area and back storage room.
[35A-02-8] Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10+ live flies in the back storage room flying around and landing on top of clean juice containers and clean blenders. Observed 3+ live flies inside the walk in cooler flying around. Observed 4 live flies laying on top of a container with jerk chicken inside. Observed 5+ live flies on top of raw chicken lids where juices are being stored in.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans do not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed establishment added kitchen area behind the bar with a stove hood system, reaching cooler, prep tables and sink, walk-in cooler walk-in freezer and meat slicer. observed four big smokers behind the establishment, cooking jerk chicken.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled containers of pickled split mackerel, with jerk seasoning inside.
[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.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper over reach in freezer.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
[08B-42-4] Food stored outside. Observed 4 grocery carts with multiple black bags of frozen oxtails stored outside with no covers.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers heavily soiled.
[35A-04-4] Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 3 droppings on the floor by the back storage shelves.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the kitchen.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen.
[35A-06-4] Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 100+ dead flies in the bug zapper on top of reach in freezer.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
[35A-06-4] Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 100+ dead flies in bug zapper on top of reach in freezer inside if kitchen area.
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed in juice prep area.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in and kitchen.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed cases of onions on floor in kitchen.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between two prep sinks.
[35B-02-4] Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed zapper on top of reach in freezer.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled throughout establishment.
[35B-09-4] Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed back door open and screen in disrepair, live flies inside of kitchen.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in walk in cooler.
[36-04-5] Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed on ceiling in kitchen area.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found. Observed 11 live flies on wall and prep table where juice are made. Observed 10 live flies in kitchen area where onions are being prepared, landing on cases of food and table. Observed 10 live flies inside of pot where limes were used for juice on table in kitchen area.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed frozen items in to go bags in chest freezers,
[35A-05-4] Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on top of reach in freezer in kitchen area.
[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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled food shelves.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen hand sink.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed establishment added kitchen area behind the bar with a stove, hood system,reach in cooler, prep tables, handwashing sink, walk in cooler, walk in freezer, meat slicer. Also observed 4 big smokers behind the establishment cooking jerk chicken.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
[14-74-7] Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler ambient temperature at 65F.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor in the storage room located in the kitchen.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
[08B-32-4] Food being prepared outside. Observed 3 smokers outside cooking jerk chicken.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed Cow foot and oxtails stored on the floor in the kitchen. Observed jerk sauce and goat stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By the 3 compartment sink.
[36-22-4] Observed floor area covered with standing water throughout the kitchen, walk in cooler and walk-in freezer.
[35B-03-4] Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back kitchen door open and exposed flies into the kitchen.
[38-04-4] Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed kitchen handwashing sink pipe leaking when hot water valve turns on.
[36-10-4] Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in cooler, walk in freezer and kitchen floor heavily soiled.
[08B-27-4] Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed jerk sauce, oxtails, goat, pig foot stored in soiled containers.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10+ live flies flying in the storage room located in the kitchen, approximately 5+ live flies landing on raw chicken in the preparation sink and cut cow foot located in the kitchen, approximately 20+ live flies flying and landing on jerk sauce, at juice preparation area and on top of oxtails storage containers located in the kitchen.
[35A-05-4] Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach inside an empty food storage container located under the 3 compartment sink.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching meat boxes outside to discarded, came back inside the kitchen to wash his hands with the gloves on. Educated employee how to properly wash his hands.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed approximately 10+ live flies flying in the storage room located in the kitchen, approximately 5+ live flies landing on raw chicken in the preparation sink and cut cow foot located in the kitchen, approximately 20+ live flies flying and landing on jerk sauce, at juice preparation area and on top of oxtails storage containers located in the kitchen.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed salt fish (64F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salt fish (64F - Cold Holding) stored in the walk in cooler over night, as per operator.
[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.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shopping cart inside the kitchen with frozen cow foot on top.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed establishment added kitchen area behind the bar with a stove, hood system,reach in cooler, prep tables, handwashing sink, walk in cooler, walk in freezer, meat slicer and 4 employee prepping and preparing food. Also observed 4 big smokers behind the establishment cooking jerk chicken.
[53B-02-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Janet, Dilroy, Junior hired more than 60 days ago.
[11-26-1] 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.
[27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve in the kitchen handwashing sink shut off.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At the bar.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the kitchen.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
[29-49-6] Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at the bar.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues at the bar.
[35B-09-4] Screen in door torn/in poor repair.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet at the 3 compartment sink leaking.
[36-10-4] Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. In the walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzels at the bar with mold like substance.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed a whole kitchen behind the bar with a stove, hood system,reach in cooler, prep tables, handwashing sink, walk in cooler, walk in freezer, meat slicer and 4 employee prepping and preparing food. Also observed 4 big smokers behind the establishment cooking jerk chicken.
[53B-02-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees named Janet, Sanchez, Jomar and Delroy hired more than 5 years ago with no employee training.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator placed new bottle.

Official DBPR inspection report ↗

Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on the floor in the kitchen.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the kitchen.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside the walk in cooler and walk in freezer heavily soiled.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up at the walk in freezer.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the reach in cooler at the bar.
[33-34-4] Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed kitchen by the stove area not organized.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside the mop bucket in the kitchen.
[35A-02-6] Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live flies flying inside the kitchen laying on boxes and containers. Observed 1 live fly laying on top of a chicken while prepping. Stop sale issues.
[01B-03-5] Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed 1 live fly laying on top of a chicken while prepping. Stop sale issues.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzles at the front counter soiled. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in the back kitchen. Operator placed new roll.
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans does not match the current layout of the establishment. Observed a whole kitchen behind the bar with a stove, reach in cooler, prep tables, handwashing sink, walk in cooler, walk in freezer and 3 employee prepping and preparing food. Also observed 4 big smokers behind the establishment cooking jerk chicken.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed kitchen handwashing sink with no soap. Operator placed new bottle.