FRESKO

With 5 documented inspections, FRESKO in AVENTURA has achieved a 1.7/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 5 reports on file

19048 NE 29 AVE

Overall Food Safety Rating

★½☆☆☆ (1.7/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/6/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13506447

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 4 int, 7 basic

  • 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Repeat Violation
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
  • 14-38-4:Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located in sushi station.
  • 14-74-7:Basic - Observed reach in cooler not maintained in good repair with an ambient temperature of 61°F. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.
  • 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; raw salmon (58F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (54F - Cold Holding); raw ground tuna (61F - Cold Holding). All foods were stored in reach in cooler located in sushi station. Cooler had an ambient temperature of 61°F. Per manager food had only been in cooler for about 2 hours. Manager moved all foods to near by cooler.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to sink being blocked by prep table and a fan stored inside sink.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located behind front counter.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located behind front counter.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Observed hand washing sink behind front counter being used as a dump sink. Advised manager that Handwash sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

8/27/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10888126

Met Inspection Standards

7 basic

  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in dry food storage area.
  • 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Advised chef and she removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • 08B-39-4:Basic - Observed oranges not washed prior to preparation. Oranges are stored in the box it was delivered in and transferred directly to juicing machine without washing first.
  • 21-05-5:Basic - Observed sports towel used as liner for cut vegetables and other foods. Cloth was in direct contact with food.

1/15/2025· 1y 1mo ago

1 high, 2 int, 4 basic

  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil, vinegar and water being stored on floor in dry storage area. Repeat Violation
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat Violation
  • 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper towel used as liner for container of bread. Chef removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed table blocking hand washing sing in kitchen area. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink located next to coffee machine being used as a dump sink and to store dirty dishes. Chef removed. Corrected On-Site

7/25/2024· 1y 7mo ago

2 high, 3 int, 9 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being stored in container of pecans.
  • 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located in back of house prep area.
  • 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed various cases of food being stored on floor in dry storage area. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed cases of food being stored on a wood pallet outside next to back door. Manager instructed employee to move to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Repeat Violation
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed various raw fish being stored above various sauces in reach in cooler(sushi station). Repeat Violation
  • 03F-04-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Observed sushi rice not discarded at end of 4 hour period. As per chef sushi rice located in rice cooker in sushi area was prepared the day before. Advised chef that rice must be discarded.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic bucket stored inside hand washing sink and prep table blocking hand washing sink. All located in kitchen area.
  • 53A-05-6: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/ Observed 4+ employees present and engaged in food preparation with no certified manager present. Chef called manager and he arrived during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 11-26-1: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. Discussed and email form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

9/27/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8363968

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 2 int, 5 basic

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • 24-05-4:Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Manager instructed employee to invert. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in kitchen area torn. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of sodas being stored on floor under reach in order and various cases of raw fish being stored on floor in prep area.
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining various pans of food. Manager instructed employee to remove. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna and raw salmon being stored on top of various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. Located in sushi area. Repeat Violation
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee wash blender and pitcher in hand washing sink behind front counter.
  • 11-26-1: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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

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Google Rating

★★★★☆ (4.3/5)
(649 reviews)

Price Level

$$

Opening Hours

Monday:8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday:8:00 – 11:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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