IL PROFESSORE FINE ITALIAN RESTAURANT
620-626 N US 1, Tequesta FL 33469 · 501-229-3923
Last inspected Feb 4, 2026 · 5 visits since September 2024
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw branzino at cook line. Operator removed chicken.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized 0ppm empty sanitizer bag. Operator replaced sanitizer 200ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw branzino at cook line. Operator removed chicken.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks. Cook placed raw fish on grill and proceeded touching clean utensils, olives and tomatoes in flip top cooler without washing his hands and changing gloves.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment vacuum packaging cooked octopus.
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Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment vacuum packaging cooked octopus, and steaks. Operator removed steaks from vacuum bag and will package in zip lock bags. Reviewed templets with operator. Operator stated he will rather stop vacuum packaging and start using zip lock bags, than applying for a process waiver. See stop sale for cooked octopus.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times dish stored in sink at cook line. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing windex not labeled in dish area. Operator labeled.
Raw carrots and herbs not washed prior to preparation in prep area. Operator went to wash foods.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing in standing water in prep sink at cook line. Operator turned water on.
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 626 N US 1, Tequesta — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quaternary sanitizer at triple sink.
Dec 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 626 N US 1, Tequesta — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed Paper towel as food liner on top of spinach at reach in cooler. Operator removed paper towel.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw beef over lobster sauce not in commercial packaging at reach in freezer. Operator stored products properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed Raw chicken over raw beef at flip top cooler in kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Clam tags missing last order sold date. Educated operator on fresh shellfish tag procedures.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quaternary sanitizer at triple 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.
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 626 N US 1, Tequesta — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw beef over cooked broccoli rabe at reach in freezer. Both products not in commercial packaging. Operator stored properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Fresh cooked garlic and oil in squeeze bottle at cook line. Per operator, held out of cooler since 9/20. See stop sale.
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 Milk opened 9/22 at tall stainless reach in cooler. Advised operator to label milk.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quaternary sanitizer at sanitizer buckets.
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.