GARVINO'S
1081 CANAL ST, The Villages FL 32162 · 352-430-1435
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 2/1/2023
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Operator cleaned during inspection.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm. Operator
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear spray bottle in storage area
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 2/1/2023
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
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Sandra B.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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. Emailed form to operator
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in bar area. Operator refilled.
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.