ISSABELLA'S
1022 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.5/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/19/2025
High Priority
3
Intermediate
1
Basic
7
Total
12
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on the upright freezers by the back door.
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket stored not inverted between uses. Observed at the bar. The bar tender inverted it. Corrected On-Site
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the hot water handle missing at both restrooms upstairs. Repeat Violation
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef in a plastic pan thawing in the preparation sink. The chef turned on the cold water. Corrected On-Site
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 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 dishwasher touched dirty dishes and then removed the clean dishes with the same gloves on.
- 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 continued to wrapped the silverware in cloth towels.
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish over baby spinach in the drawer coolers at the cook line. The chef moved the spinach.
- 16-32-5:Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the establishment uses both chlorine and quaternary sanitizers but only has quaternary test strips.
- 48-04-4:Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/19/2025 revealed 12 total violations (3 high priority, 1 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 9/19/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
2
Total
5
Inspection Details:
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at both restrooms upstairs. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at both restrooms upstairs. Warning **Time Extended**
- 29-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the hot water faucet handles missing in both restrooms upstairs. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the hot water faucet handles missing in both restrooms upstairs. Warning **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. Repeat Violation Warning **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a strainer in the hand washing sink at the bar. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a strainer in the hand washing sink at the bar. Warning **Time Extended**
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: 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/ Warning **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/19/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 8/13/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
6
Basic
3
Total
11
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl in a container with vegetables at the cook line. The cook removed it.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at both restrooms upstairs. Warning
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the hot water faucet handles missing in both restrooms upstairs. Warning
- 22-52-4:High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed the bar dish machine at 0.00ppms. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over vegetables at the cook line. The cook moved the shrimp to the bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the sink in the ware washing area full with a book and pans. The cook removed it. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a strainer in the hand washing sink at the bar. Warning
- 01C-05-4:Intermediate - Mussel tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Warning
- 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Mussel tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation Warning
- 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/ Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/13/2024 revealed 11 total violations (2 high priority, 6 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 2/14/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
4
Basic
8
Total
17
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a top of a pan of cucumbers at the front line. Observed in a container of sugar in the dry storage area. Repeat Violation
- 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed the dish washer drink from a covered container but didn't wash her hands.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in a water temperature of 98°F. at the cook line.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind and around the dish machine. Repeat Violation
- 21-09-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at the front line. Repeat Violation
- 03C-44-5:High Priority - Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a cook remove chicken from the grill top and plate it. The internal temperature of the chicken was chicken (148F - Cooking); I had the cook put it back on the grill. The internal temperature was chicken (169F - Cooking). Corrected On-Site
- 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 the dishwasher machine at 0.00 ppms . The chef changed the sanitizer container and 100 ppms. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed 3 different employees change gloves without washing their hands.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over sauces in the walk-in cooler.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic bucket in the sink at the bar.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the kitchen entrance. The brought soap. Corrected On-Site
- 01C-03-4:Intermediate - musseltags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation
- 48-04-4:Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed four by the employee restroom.
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/14/2024 revealed 17 total violations (4 high priority, 4 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 9/25/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in four plastic containers next to the ware washing area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in four plastic containers next to the ware washing area. **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both back doors. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both back doors. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler and reach in cooler gaskets soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler and reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
- 10-05-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 109F. The cook turned up the heat. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 109F. The cook turned up the heat. **Time Extended**
- 01C-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: Intermediate - Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation **Time Extended**
- 01C-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel tags for 90 days. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel tags for 90 days. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/25/2023 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 7/19/2023
High Priority
2
Intermediate
7
Basic
15
Total
24
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in four plastic containers next to the ware washing area.
- 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed under the triple sink.
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed a the cook line.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both back doors.
- 29-09-4:Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed in the unisex restroom on the right upstairs.
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket was placed on floor while the exterior door.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The manager removed.
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the cook line. The manager removed it. Corrected On-Site
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler and reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed several boxes of different items on the floor upstairs in the dry storage area.
- 21-10-4:Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at the cook line.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed four plastic containers with different spices not labeled.
- 10-05-5:High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a water temperature of 109°F. The cook turned up the heat. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 12A-02-4:High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then went to juice lemons without washing hands at the bar.
- 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served. Repeat Violation
- 01C-02-4:Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel tags for 90 days.
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed beef carpaccio on the menu. As per the manager it is served raw.
- 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/
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at both hand washing sinks. Repeat Violation
- 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. The establishment printed several copies but didn't have any of the employees sign it.. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed in the kitchen.
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/19/2023 revealed 24 total violations (2 high priority, 7 intermediate, 15 basic).
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Contact Information
Phone: (305) 397-8040
Website: https://www.issabellas.com/
Google Rating
★★★★½ (4.6/5)
(531 reviews)Price Level
$$
Opening Hours
Monday:11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday:11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday:11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday:11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
✓ Currently Open
Features
✓ Bar
✓ Restaurant
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Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025