SUNNY SIDE
541 Jefferson Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
South Beach
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.4/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/9/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
4
Total
7
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling vents torn in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**
- 51-13-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed form to operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**
- 21-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**
- 11-07-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed chef with no knowledge of the big 6. Emailed form to operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **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/ Observed 5 employees in the establishment with no manager on duty. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/9/2025 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 1/15/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
5
Basic
7
Total
13
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Warning**
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling vents torn in the kitchen. **Warning**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed Oranges stored on the floor at the front counter. **Warning**
- 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed form to operator. **Warning**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the bathroom. **Warning**
- 21-04-4:Basic - Observed in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken breast over raw burger patty in the reach in cooler. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 11-07-5:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed chef with no knowledge of the big 6. Emailed form to operator. **Warning**
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer in the kitchen with old food debris. **Warning**
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager named Maria Luisa Di Giovanni with an employee certificate not manager. **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/ Observed 5 employees in the establishment with no manager on duty. **Warning**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/15/2025 revealed 13 total violations (1 high priority, 5 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 12/17/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
4
Total
5
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damaged at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation table. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: **Time Extended**
- 21-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: **Time Extended**
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 Maria Luisa Di Giovanni and Paula Leoncertification expired on 7-8-2024 - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: Observed Maria Luisa Di Giovanni and Paula Leoncertification expired on 7-8-2024 **Admin Complaint**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/17/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 8/28/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
5
Total
6
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damaged at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation table. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handsink by front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended**
- 21-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended**
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 Maria Luisa Di Giovanni and Paula Leoncertification expired on 7-8-2024 - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/28/2024 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 8/27/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
5
Basic
10
Total
19
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle use to dispense cooked potatoes.
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damaged at kitchen area.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation table.
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees engaging with food with no hair restraint.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at reach across 3 compartment sink.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handsink by front counter.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in cooler.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout the kitchen.
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed a total of 30 pieces of vacuum sealed packaging of pork without a Hccap plan for more than 48 hours. Observed total of 25 pieces of vacuum sealed packaging of salmon without a Hccap plan for more than 48 hours.
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (60F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (50F - Cold Holding) at preparation table located next to cook line. As per chef, since 7:30am. Observed cooked potatoes (80F - Hot Holding) at kitchen. As per chef, since 7:30am.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); smoked salmon (60F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (50F - Cold Holding) at preparation table located next to cook line. As per chef, since 7:30am.
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (80F - Hot Holding) at kitchen. As per chef, since 7:30am.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container with water inside handsink located next to dry storage room. **Repeat Violation**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink by front counter.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink by front counter.
- 03G-50-1:Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed 30 pieces of pork and 25 pieces of salmon in a vacuum sealed bag held for more than 48 hours with no HACCP Plan.
- 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 Maria Luisa Di Giovanni and Paula Leoncertification expired on 7-8-2024
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/27/2024 revealed 19 total violations (4 high priority, 5 intermediate, 10 basic).