Soho/ Flame Mediterranean
19004 NE 29 Ave, Aventura, FL 33180 · Permanent Food Service · License 2323073
What drove the grade
Observed establishment has added a Self-service buffet line with no sneezeguards.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 23 routine inspection3 high priority (1 repeat), 1 intermediate (1 repeat), 7 basic (3 repeats)-34
- Safety score66
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Inspection history
2 inspections · 2 visitsLatest inspection
Routine inspection
- First visitJul 23, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
11 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority3
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Observed raw shell eggs stored over or with unwashed fruit in walk in cooler.
Observed establishment has added a Self-service buffet line with no sneezeguards.
Currently buffet line is made up of 2 stem tables and is located in dining room. No plan review submitted or approved. Advised manager that sneeze guard must be installed to prevent potential contamination and or further actions.
Repeat violation
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for container of cut vegetables.
Intermediate1
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Observed establishment has added a Self-service buffet line with no sneezeguards.
Currently buffet line is made up of 2 stem tables and is located in dining room. No plan review submitted or approved. Advised manager that establishment 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/. Provided packet to manager.
Repeat violation
Basic7
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between wall and prep sink.
Manager removed.
Fixed on the spot
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Observed 3 oz cup no handle used to dispense various seasonings.
Equipment in poor repair.
Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Repeat violation
Interior of freezer in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Repeat violation
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Repeat violation
Earlier inspections 1
Follow-up to an earlier routine inspectionFirst visit not on file · 1 follow-up visit Fixed at follow-up
- Follow-up visitJul 23, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
11 earlier violations still noted, but not enough to need another visit:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
High priority2
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Observed establishment installed stem table on front counter and unapproved buffet in dining room lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from potential contamination.
More time given
At the first visitRepeat violation
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food containers of cut vegetables.
More time given
Intermediate3
Code 03, Food out of temperature: Observed Operator conducting reduced oxygen packaging for raw chicken and raw beef without an HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
More time given
At the first visit
Advised manager before continuing to engage in activity a HACCP plan is required.
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to strainer stored inside.
More time given
At the first visitFixed on the spot
Manager removed.
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Observed establishment has added a buffet line with no sneeze guard.
More time given
At the first visit
Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet is located in dining room. No plan review submitted and approved. Advised manager establishment 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/. Provided packet to manager.
Basic6
Code 06, Food properly thawed: Observed raw chicken and raw beef thawing at room temperature in kitchen area.
More time given
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135°F.
More time given
At the first visitFixed on the spot
Manager discarded.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between prep sink and wall.
More time given
At the first visitFixed on the spot
Manager removed.
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Equipment in poor repair.
More time given
At the first visit
Observed reach in cooler (salad station) gaskets torn
Interior of freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
More time given
At the first visitRepeat violation
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
More time given
At the first visitRepeat violation
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.