IL PONTE VECCHIO
18660 COLLINS AVE 102, Golden Beach FL 33160
Last inspected Dec 1, 2025 · 9 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Observed establishment open and Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021020975 | Mar 23, 2021 | Jun 9, 2021 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Observed establishment open and Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25.
Handwash sink in ware wash area not accessible for employee use at all times due to dishes being stored inside.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
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Hole in or other damage to wall in prep area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
No handwashing sign provided at any hand sink used by food employees.
Observed reach in cooler not maintained in good repair and has an ambient temperature of 67°F. No TCS foods stored in reach in cooler at time of inspection. Per manager he is aware of the situation and is awaiting maintenance to repair. Advised manager not to store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed various dishes stored in handwashing sink. Located in warewash area..
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
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 walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 55F. Per manager cooler went out overnight. All food that was stored in walk in was discarded.
Duct tape used to repair side of reach in cooler in warewash/ prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in warewash area.
Observed soiled a Cardboard pizza box used as a door for ice machine.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed various dishes stored in handwashing sink. Located in warewash area..
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 after reviewing plans establishment remodeled removing handwashing sink from food preparation/ kitchen area and behind front counter. Sinks must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter. Reviewed approved plans with manager.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Observed after reviewing plans establishment remodeled removing handwashing sink from food preparation/ kitchen area and behind front counter. Sinks must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter. Reviewed approved plans with manager.
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 walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 55°F. Per manager cooler went out overnight. All food that was stored in walk in was discarded.
Duct tape used to repair side of reach in cooler in warewash/ prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in warewash area.
Observed soiled a Cardboard pizza box used as a door for ice machine.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed after reviewing plans establishment remodeled removing handwashing sink from food preparation/ kitchen area and behind front counter. Sinks must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Observed after reviewing plans establishment remodeled removing handwashing sink from food preparation/ kitchen area and behind front counter. Sinks must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in wash area.
Observed soiled a Cardboard pizza box used as a door for ice machine.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed after reviewing plans establishment remodeled removing handwashing sink from food preparation/ kitchen area and behind front counter. Sinks must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Observed after reviewing plans establishment remodeled removing handwashing sink from food preparation/ kitchen area and behind front counter. Sinks must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in wash area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris,or dust.
Observed soiled a Cardboard pizza box used as a door for ice machine.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located on prep table in kitchen area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation and dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Reviewed plans submitted to plan review with operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand washing sink in kitchen area removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter. Advised manager of plans and provided operator with a copy.
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 hand washing sink in kitchen area removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter. Advised manager of plans and provided operator with a copy.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven soiled with accumulated dust buildup.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation and dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Reviewed plans submitted to plan review with operator.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes and cleaning supplies being stored in hand washing sink located in 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand washing sink in kitchen area removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter. Advised manager of plans and provided operator with a copy.
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 hand washing sink in kitchen area removed. Only hand washing sink is located in warewash area which is housed in a completely enclosed room separate from kitchen and front counter. Advised manager of plans and provided operator with a copy.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed training for the following employees expired; Jose C. Expired 6/21/22 Dora M. Expired 4/22/22 No other certificates were presented at time of inspection.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with accumulated food debris behind kitchen equipment.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water being stored on floor in walk in cooler and case of oil being stored on floor in prep area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven soiled with accumulated dust buildup.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Located in kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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