FLORIDA TAPHOUSE / OZY'S TAVERN
12168 MERCADO DR, Venice FL 34293 · 941-244-5558
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sauteed onions at cooks line by grill at 72F. Employee stated onions were prepared the day before and they removed them from reach-in cooler over 4 hours prior.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin at back room of kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic soufflé cups used as no handle scoops in make table refrigerator in kitchen.
Jun 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over ready to eat gyro meat on the cook line. Operator moved the beef.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the kitchen hand sink. Operator placed more there.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls used as scoops. Operator removed them.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of sauerkraut stored on the floor to eh walk in cooler. Operator placed it on a shelf.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign at the bar hand sink. Operator placed a temporary one there.
Mar 5, 2026□ 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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Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler draws at grill area not holding temperature, ambient temperature at 50F
Mar 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef in reach-in cooler draws over ready to eat gyro meat. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following items keep on counter for use at cooks line: shredded mozzarella (72F - Cold Holding); dice onions (74F - Cold Holding); pesto sauce (70F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese blend (74F - Cold Holding); dice tomatoes (71F - Cold Holding); cut greens (73F - Cold Holding); feta (74F - Cold Holding); sauté onions (75F- Cold Holding). Observed the following items in reach-in cooler draws at cooks line. beef short rib (47F - Cold Holding); cut ham (59F - Cold Holding); sliced corned beef (49F - Cold Holding); burger patty balls (49F - Cold Holding); America cheese (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese blend (48F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (48F - Cold Holding); pepper jack (48F - Cold Holding); grilled pineapple (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (50F). Operator did not know how long food had been out of temporary. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items keep on counter for use at cooks line: shredded mozzarella (72F - Cold Holding); dice onions (74F - Cold Holding); pesto sauce (70F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese blend (74F - Cold Holding); dice tomatoes (71F - Cold Holding); cut greens (73F - Cold Holding); feta (74F - Cold Holding); sauté onions (75F- Cold Holding). Observed the following items in reach-in cooler draws at cooks line. beef short rib (47F - Cold Holding); cut ham (59F - Cold Holding); sliced corned beef (49F - Cold Holding); burger patty balls (49F - Cold Holding); America cheese (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese blend (48F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (48F - Cold Holding); pepper jack (48F - Cold Holding); grilled pineapple (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (50F). Operator did not know how long food had been out of temperature. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles on rack at bar over clean pitchers. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed manager Madison Pratt in charge at time of inspection. Does not have certification of manager training.
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/.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed raw ground chemical
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle soufflé cups used as scoops in dice tomatoes, onions and shredded cheese at make table cooler. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in walk-in cooler.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler draws at grill area not holding temperature, ambient temperature at 50F
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed beef patties raw shell eggs in walk-in cooler over portion cups of sauces. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent.
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over container of sliced chews in reach-in-cooler at storage area. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
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 open and portioned slice cheese and crumbled blue cheese opened more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, and was not properly date marked. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 11-27-23
Utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up on shelves above reach-in-freezer.
Nov 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
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 cheese that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings, cooked onions and cooked ground beef prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 7-27-23
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in dish room behind reach-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed pickle buckets on floor in Walk-in cooler.
Utensils in kitchen stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sauteed onions at cooks line by grill at 72F. Employee stated onions were prepared the day before and they removed them from reach-in cooler over 4 hours prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sauteed onions at cooks line by grill at 72F. Employee stated onions were prepared the day before and they removed them from reach-in cooler over 4 hours prior.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Repeat 2-8-23
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/. Repeat 2-8-23
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef brisket prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked
Portable fire extinguisher is inaccessible. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher by office blocked by equipment. Observed employee move equipment for accessibility.
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