GIOVANNI'S MAIN STREET KITCHEN
221 W MAIN ST, Wauchula FL 33873 · 863.767.5300
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink in the kitchen area no hot water, operator informed a work order was in and a plumber was coming out.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands with no soap while preparing raw chicken in the kitchen, operator stopped employee and educated on importance of washing hands with soap.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sausage over a pan of cooked rice, operator moved sausage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by cart by the ice machine, employee moved it.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no testing kit for quaternary solution.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed white guard in the ice machine with black like substance on it, employee clean and sanitized.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle in a container of sugar, operator replaced.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum in kitchen while prepping food, employee discarded gum.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler by the office.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back exterior door with gap underneath in the kitchen.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand wash sink in the kitchen, sent operator copy by email.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lids are both broken off the dumpster.
Nov 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips for quaternary solution.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance on the white guard in the ice machine in the kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacks of cups in the wait staff area, water in between, operator moved to air dry properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler by the office in the kitchen and a torn gasket in the reach in cooler on the salad bar.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door with gap underneath it.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed two reach in freezers with ice buildup in them in the kitchen.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs at the hand wash sink in the pizza area and at the hand wash sink in the kitchen, emailed owner a copy.
Open dumpster lid.
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of goo gone next to the macaroni noodles in dry storage, owner removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing a strainer of lasagna noodles in the handwashing sink, operator corrected.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black like and pink like substance on the white guard in the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a styrofoam cup in a container of flour operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in prep area have dust on them in the kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees drinks in several areas in the kitchen on prep tables and in reach in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse in a prep area in kitchen next to walk in freezer, owner moved.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn in the reach in cooler next to the office and the reach in cooler next to the salad bar.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the handwashing sink in the pizza area. No handwashing signs in either women's or men's bathroom.
Jan 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed in shed behind kitchen one can of corn, one can of cannellini beans and two cans of black olives dented. Operator discarded.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground meat and hard raw shell eggs on top of marinara sauce and lasagna noodles in reach in cooler by the office, operator removed.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook washed hands with gloves on did not use soap then proceeded to go back to prepping, educated on proper handwashing, the cook removed her gloves and correctly washed hands.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on the hose at the mop sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink in the kitchen area no hot water, operator informed a work order was in and a plumber was coming out.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a slime like substance on the guard in the big ice machine located in the kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in container of salt and a bowl in a container of rice located in kitchen, manager removed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks in a couple of areas in the kitchen on prep tables near food, operator removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in kitchen on shelve next to office, pans were stacked and wet in between. Observed at both wait stations stack of drinking cups that were wet in between.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler located in kitchen by the office, the gaskets are ripped on both doors and in poor repair.
Food stored on floor. Observed one case of Mello Yello and one case of root beer for the soda dispensers on the floor in the storage closet, operator removed. Observed a container of base on the floor in the storage area, operator removed.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in the kitchen area has food debris in it.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at the hand washing sink in the front area where the pizza oven is.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed one case of foil sheets located under shelve on the floor, manager removed.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed sheet pans for the pizza that were not inverted on top of a bakers rack in the kitchen, operator turned upside down.
Feb 14, 2024□ 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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Accumulation of scale inside and outside warewashing machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine with broken/ missing top, cutting board placed over hole to seal top. Operator states that the unit is being replaced and are working with contracted service to get new unit.
Jan 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at sink at prep area. Operator replaced towels.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at waitstaff area.
Accumulation of scale inside and outside warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator secured.
Ceiling tile missing over prep area at cookline.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishmachine unable to dispense chemicals sanitizer found at 0ppm. Alarm sounding and no action being taken. Operator must manually wash dishes in 3 bay sink until dishmachine is functioning and able to dispense sanitizer at 50 to 100ppm.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine with broken/ missing top, cutting board placed over hole to seal top. Operator states that the unit is being replaced and are working with contracted service to get new unit.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed pizza tools stored stuck into cracks of equipment on pizza make table.
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed tea stirring spoon stored hung in front of and in splash zone of handsink at waitstaff area.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Operator sent back through dishwash
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator sent back through dishwash.
Sep 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. Observed: 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. Found at 0ppm primed and restarted corrected to 100ppm
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. 08B-02-4 Observed: Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed croutons at buffet not covered. Manager had lid added and will search for permanent solution.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 01B-13-4 Observed: Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Onion soup dated 9/12 homemade tomato sauce cooked 9/14see stop sale. Reference: 3-701.11(A) FC and 3-101.11FC and 509.032(4) FS: 3-701.11(A) A food that is unsafe, adulterated, or not honestly presented as specified under Section 3-101.11 shall be discarded or reconditioned according to an approved procedure. 3-101.11 Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and, as specified under Section 3-601.12, honestly presented. 509.032(4) The division may stop the sale, and supervise the proper destruction, of any food or food product when the director or the director's designee determines that such food or food product represents a threat to the public safety or welfare.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 01B-13-4 Observed: Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Onion soup dated 9/12 homemade tomato sauce cooked 9/14see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 03B-01-6 Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed soup (120F - Hot Holding) cook reheated to 165F. Reaheated to 165F
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/. Manager showed emails where plan had been submitted.
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. Inspector provided form and signed during inspection. Priority: Intermediate
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watches and bracelets on employee's who are engaged in open food preparation. Manager had employees remove items and wash hands. Reference: 2-303.11 FC: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, while preparing food, food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watches and bracelets on employee's who are engaged in open food preparation. Manager had employees remove items and wash hands. Reference: 2-303.11 FC: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, while preparing food, food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by inspector at inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Added labels
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.