L'OLIVE
1262 JACARANDA BLVD, Venice FL 34292 · 8505869518
Last inspected Dec 5, 2025 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 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. Observed raw chicken over fish and lamb in walk-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023053324 | Aug 4, 2023 | Oct 26, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee dried hands on apron after washing. The employee was educated on proper handwashing procedures.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check chlorine sanitizer.
Open dumpster lid.
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Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed forks stored with the food contact surface up on the server expo line. The operator properly stored the forks.
Single-service coffee filters not stored inverted or protected from contamination. The operator properly stored the filters.
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over French fries in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw shrimp.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground lamb stored over raw fish in the walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw animal foods.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked gyro meat (50F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the gyro meat had been held for approximately 1 hour. The operator placed the gyro meat in the walk in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles of glass cleaner stored with bottles of wine behind the bar. The operator properly stored the spray bottles.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal container being filled with water in the hand sink at the entrances to the kitchen. The operator removed the container.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chlorine chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lamb prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date marking.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a plastic container with personal belongings stored on top of bagged chocolate chips on a storage rack. The operator proctored the personal belongings.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over fish and lamb in walk-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Repeat 12-19-24
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lamb, chicken fish and pasta in walk-in-cooler and reach-in-freezer prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, items were not properly date marked.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Repeat 12-19-24
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat 12-19-24
Open dumpster lid on shared dumpster. Repeat 12-19-24
Whisk utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at clean dish rack at 3 compartment sink.
Dec 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed an employee dry hands with a soiled table linen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over tzatziki sauce in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw beef.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a food preparation table near the service window. The employee properly stored the cell phone.
Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use utensils stored in 86F standing water. The operator placed the utensils in the steam well.
Open shared dumpster lid.
Aug 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (49F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler near the service window. The operator stated the lettuce has been held for approximately 2 hours. The operator moved the lettuce to the walk in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic hinged to go boxes stored on the floor in the dry storage area. The operator properly stored the to go boxes.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together on the cook line. The operator discarded the solution and refilled with chlorine sanitizer.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor behind the front counter.
Feb 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dishmachine not dispensing chlorine sanitizer. The operator set up the three compartment sink for warewashing.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed an employee use a cell phone then put on gloves without washing hands then handle a clean ice cream scoop. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
Open food re-served to customers. Observed water bottles placed on tables for consumption being refilled without cleaning and sanitation.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over cooked potatoes in the walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored over french fries in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw foods.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed an employee handle dirty dishes then handle a clean water bottle without washing hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tzatziki sauce (46F - Cold Holding); grape leaves stuffed with rice (46F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler near the service window. The operator stated the above food items have been held for approximately 3 hours. The operator moved the foods to another cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed the chlorine test kit expired 3/2023.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee shirt stored hanging near packaging foods in the dry storage area. The operator properly stored the employee personal belonging.
Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop handle for cooked rice in the walk in cooler not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handle.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use ice cream scoop stored in 77F standing water. The operator removed the scoops from the standing water.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 6, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Oct 5, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches behind a chest freezer in the kitchen. The operator cleaned up the dead roaches.
Oct 2, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of cleaner stored near wine bottles at the front counter. The operator properly stored the cleaner.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed the paper towel dispenser near the three compartment sink unable to dispense paper towels.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawed branzino not removed from reduced oxygen packaging with label indicating to remove from packaging prior to thawing.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches behind a chest freezer in the kitchen. The operator cleaned up the dead roaches.
Aug 4, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 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 chlorine sanitizer for the dishmachine at 0ppm. The sanitizer was empty. The operator filled the three compartment sink for proper sanitizing until the dishmachine sanitizer could be refilled.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over ready to eat potatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw beef.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over raw shrimp in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw ground beef.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of cough syrup stored on the same shelf as spices in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the cough syrup.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels near the three compartment sink due to dead batteries. The operator provided the handwashing sink with paper towels.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap due to dead batteries. The operator provided soap to the handwashing sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jugs of oil stored on the floor in the back of the kitchen. The operator properly stored the oil.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in-use tongs stored hanging from the oven door. The operator properly stored the tongs.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at the front line. The operator removed the wet cloth.
Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on the cook line. The operator properly stored the wet wiping cloths.
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.