HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS VENICE
380 COMMERCIAL CT, Venice FL 34292 · 941-584-6800
Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2023
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4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed butter packets (53F - Cold Holding) in the upright 2-door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the butter had been held for approximately 3.5 hours. The operator discarded the butter packets.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026007437 | Dec 12, 2025 | Mar 11, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Apr 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed butter packets (53F - Cold Holding) in the upright 2-door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the butter had been held for approximately 3.5 hours. The operator discarded the butter packets.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter packets (53F - Cold Holding) in the upright 2-door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the butter had been held for approximately 3.5 hours. The operator discarded the butter packets.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink.
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.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic utensils stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Nov 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed butter (68F - Cold Holding) on the front counter. An employee stated the butter packets had been held for approximately 3 hours. The employee discarded the butter packets. The operator was emailed a time for public health control form.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (68F - Cold Holding) on the front counter. An employee stated the butter packets had been held for approximately 3 hours. The employee discarded the butter packets. The operator was emailed a time for public health control form.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink in the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottled water stored in the floor in the kitchen.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tong handles not stored above hard boiled eggs in the glass door reach in cooler at the front counter. The tongs were removed from the container with eggs.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic lids stored on the floor in the kitchen. Observed plastic cutlery stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the mop sink. The wet mop was properly stored.
Jan 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); cooked egg (53F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler. The operator stated the items were held outside of the cold holding unit for approximately 1 hour. The above food items were placed in the reach in cooler.
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/ Observed Tracie Medina ServSafe certification expired 10/16/2023.
No soap provided at handwash sink in the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of lemons and oranges stored on the floor in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the above food products.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. On the area surrounding the juice dispensing nozzles soiled with a black mold like substance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at the mop sink. The operator properly stored the wet mop.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over ready to eat bagels and muffins. The operator properly stored the raw bacon.
No soap provided at handwash sink in the kitchen. The operator provided the handwashing sink with soap.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples on the buffet line not individually wrapped. The operator removed the apples from the buffet line.
Food stored on floor. Observed lemons, pancake mix, and juice in plastic containers stored on the floor in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the above food products.
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