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ANGELO'S ITALIAN MARKET

850 PINEBROOK RD, Venice FL 34285 · 941.484.6864

Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats82
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6805570
Grade history
JAN 24
SEP 24
MAR 25
DEC 25
JUN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-25
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2019041694Jul 10, 2019Sep 6, 2019$160

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jun 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findings
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed self-service pepperoni bread samples not covered. The operator covered the samples.
High priority/08B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Demi glacé (82F - Hot Holding) in an unplugged hot holding unit. The operator stated the Demi glacé has been held for approximately 2 hours. The operator voluntarily discarded the sauce.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sheet pans stored on top of the basin for the handwashing sink near the dishmachine. The operator removed the sheet pans allowing access to the hand sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink at the end of the cook line. The operator provided soap for the hand sink..
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic scoop with no handle used for grated Parmesan in the walk in cooler. The operator removed the scoop from the cheese.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee phone stored on a shelf above a food preparation surface on the cook line. The employee properly stored the cell phone.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed a container of liquid eggs stored under the dishmachine. The operator properly stored the liquid eggs.
Basic/08B-36-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice behind the front counter. The operator properly stored the ice scoop.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use dessert utensils stored in 73F standing water at the entrance to the front counter. The operator properly stored the utensils.
Basic/10-07-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed liquid eggs, raw scallops, raw salmon, and raw shrimp thawing at room temperature. The operator placed the above items in the walk in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
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Dec 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed wall skewers buckets of batters, olives,and pickled items stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 15, 2025 · Observed buckets and cases of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler and kitchen areas. Time Extended
Dec 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Observed dishwasher machine at 000 ppm chlorine sanitizer. instructed operator they may use the machine to wash dishware and utensils, but must use three compartment sink to sanitize items once they come out of the dish machine and then allow items to properly air dry.
High priority/22-42-4/Warning
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-25
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork raw pork and lamb over unwrapped block butter and tomatoes in tall reach-in cool at cooks line. Repeat from last inspection 3-24-25
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw pork and lamb over fish and shrimp,in tall reach-in cooler at cooks line. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
High priority/08A-20-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chopped sausage on counter at pizza station at 57F employee stated it had been out for more then 4 hours. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
High priority/01B-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chopped sausage on counter at pizza station at 57F employee stated it had been out for more then 4 hours. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items. Observed cheese cake in reach-in display cooler at front counter at 54F. Employee moved item to walk-in cooler and adjusted temperature control of reach-in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dirty pans in hand wash sinks at cooks line and dishwasher area. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed dirty pans no paper towels at hand wash sink by dishwasher area. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed dirty pans no soap at hand wash sink at dishwasher area. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut vegetables, soup, cut meats and cheese in reach-in cooler Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior, and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection. Repeat from last inspection 3-24-25
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic no handle container used as scoop in bread crumbs in walk-in cooler. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee water bottles on counter and shelves at cooks line.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed wall skewers buckets of batters, olives,and pickled items stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Jul 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 29, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed location has acquired additional storefront three units down in strip mall and is using for storage of excess dry goods and holiday decor. Operator will need to contact and submit to plan review.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit May 29, 2025 · Confirmed in OnBase application no paperwork has been submitted for a plan. Review for the secondary storage unit. Three unit doors down in strip mall from main restaurant location restaurant is using unit for storage and plan review must be submitted. Operator attempted to fill out paperwork, but did incorrectly and must resubmit. Time Extended
Mar 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed reduced oxygen raw shell eggs over unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed reduced oxygen raw pork in walk-in cooler over cold cut meat. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following temperatures in hot holding display case at front counter. Eggplant parmigiana 119F and lasagna 121F. Operator stated items had been placed out for service 1 hour prior. Operator removed items and reheated them both to 170F before returning to hot holding display case.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed location has acquired additional storefront three units down in strip mall and is using for storage of excess dry goods and holiday decor. Operator will need to contact and submit to plan review.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed empanadas sauces and cut meat and fish in reach-in cooler in kitchen Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior, and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection. Repeat 9-19-24
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nov 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soda, water, buckets of olives, cases of meat, containers of pasta containers of salt and canned goods on floor in kitchen, dry storage and walk-in-cooler. Repeat 1-22-24
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 19, 2024 · Observed buckets of olives and canned good stored on floor. Time Extended
Sep 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented cans of artichokes hearts in kitchen. Operator marked items to be used and for return to vendor.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Intermediate/11-05-4/Warning
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/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut fish, meats, cooked meats,cooked vegetables and sauce in walk-in-cooler and reach-in-cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as pre employee statement, items were not properly date marked. Repeat 1-22-24
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phones and speaker and keys on shelf above cooks line make table. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 1-22-24
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soda, water, buckets of olives, cases of meat, containers of pasta containers of salt and canned goods on floor in kitchen, dry storage and walk-in-cooler. Repeat 1-22-24
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed old disrepair equipment stored outside near trash area.
Basic/33-31-5/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container squeeze bottles of oils and wines at cooks line not labeled. Repeat 1-22-24
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Non-food grade towel used as liner for food container of sliced beef in Walk-in cooler.
High priority/14-86-1
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with buildup of old food debris. Observed operator wash can opener. Repeat 10-13-23
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauces, cooked pastas, cut meats, cut fish, fried eggplant and prepared seafood salads all prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at dishwasher area.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in sugar bin in kitchen.
Basic/14-01-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in kitchen and front counter areas. Observed operator remove beverage. Repeat 10-13-23
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and keys on counter at cooks line. Observed operator remove personal items.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of sauce, cases of can tomatoes, cases of meat, and cases of fish stored on floor in kitchen and in Walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
Sanitizer bottle stored with equipment, utensils, linens, single-service at wait staff area by deli. Observed operator move bottle to floor.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site
Standing water or very slow draining water in mop sink.
Basic/29-20-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles of oils, caramel, and shakes of spices out of original container not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Dec 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food stored on floor in Walk-in cooler and Walk-in freezer. Repeat 3-14-3
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 14, 2023 · Observed cases of food stored on floor in Walk-in cooler and Walk-in freezer. Time Extended
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit across from dishwasher with food to be served to customers. Repeat 3-14-23
Basic/12B-13-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 14, 2023 · Observed employee beverage on shelf next to clean equipment and over food prep across from dishwasher area. Time Extended
Oct 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee touch package of raw sausage then bread for sandwich without changing gloves and washing hands.
High priority/12A-12-4/Warning
Non-food grade towel used as liner for food container for raw sausage and beef in Walk-in cooler.
High priority/14-86-1/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork and beef over cherry tomatoes, cooked vegetables and ham in reach-in cooler across from dishwasher. Observed employee rearranged items for proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed cheeses that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 3-14-23
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee was hands in 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Warning
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/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener by pizza oven soiled with old food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed chemical bottles in hand wash sink by stove. Repeat 3-14-23
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut meats, cooked vegetables, cooked chicken and pasta all prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 3-14-23
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored on floor in Walk-in cooler and Walk-in freezer. Repeat 3-14-3
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit across from dishwasher with food to be served to customers. Repeat 3-14-23
Basic/12B-13-4/Warning

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.