HOSTERIA ROMANA
429 ESPANOLA WAY, MIAMI BEACH 33139
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.0/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/31/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
5
Basic
12
Total
19
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at the preparation area.
- 24-06-4:Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean p,area and pans on a rusted shelf.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of bread on the walk-in cooler floor. Observed cases of different foods on the walk-in freezer floor.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by the back door.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation
- 25-27-4:Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bartender moved them behind the bar. Corrected On-Site
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed outside in a mop bucket.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a can of tomato paste dented in the back room. The cook discarded it. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the dish washer touching dirty dishes and the clean dishes without washing his hands.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. Repeat Violation
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic pitcher in the hand sink by the drink station.q
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the ice bin.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to ice bin.
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following food handlers certificate has expired Attillo, David's, and Michele.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/31/2025 revealed 19 total violations (2 high priority, 5 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 1/22/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. Warning **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. Warning **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning **Time Extended**
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. Warning As per the manager the proctor is on vacation. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Observed Nicelio Alberto Marrero has a CFM certificate from The always food safe company from 01-01-2025. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 12/30/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
7
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the employee restroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the employee restroom. Warning **Time Extended**
- 24-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Warning **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. Warning **Time Extended**
- 10-14-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. The server inverted the buckets. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. The server inverted the buckets. Warning **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Warning **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning **Time Extended**
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. Warning As per the manager the proctor is on vacation. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/30/2024 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 10/23/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
10
Total
14
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the employee restroom. Warning
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket torn. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several plastic containers with different foods on the walk-in cooler and freezer floor. Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. The server inverted the buckets. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on top of the ice machine. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the employee and guest restrooms. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed several reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Warning
- 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an open can of orange soda in the preparation reach in cooler at the cook line. Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over heavy cream in the preparation reach in cooler at the cook line. The cook moved the items to the bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Horacio Rodriguez expired on 3/21/2019. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed several spray bottles with different chemicals not labeled throughout the restaurant. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/23/2024 revealed 14 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 4/15/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
7
Total
12
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in the large cracks of the tiles.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of different products in the walk-in cooler and freezer floor.
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket not stored inverted between uses. Observed at the bar.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the front counter.
- 25-27-4:Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar.
- 22-49-4:High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at the warehouse washing area. The manager set up the triple sink to sanitize the dishes. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 12A-10-4:High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed a sever touch his face and than grabbed two glasses of wine without washing his hands.
- 01C-02-4:Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining oyster tags for 90 days.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in the men's restroom.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/15/2024 revealed 12 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 10/19/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
5
Total
8
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the Pizza perpetration cooler gaskets torn. Observed the plexiglass doors on the front counter reach in coolers cracked. Repeat Violation
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in the cracks of the tiles in the ware washing area..
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked tiles in the ware washing area.
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. Observed at the bar. The bartender inverted it. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the men's restroom. The put up a sign. Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed in the ware washing area. Repeat Violation
- 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled. The bartender cleaned it. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/19/2023 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic).
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Phone: (305) 532-4299
Website: http://hosteriaromana.com/
Google Rating
★★★★½ (4.6/5)
(6,780 reviews)Price Level
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Opening Hours
Monday:11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Tuesday:11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Friday:11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sunday:11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
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Lunch
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Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025