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LA DOLCE VITA

1751 SCENIC HWY 98, Destin FL 32541 · 1-404-433-1200

Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 4 visits since May 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceNOS5603503
Grade history
MAY 24
AUG 24
MAY 26
— STEADY

3 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

4 visits, newest first

May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findings
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Ashley Boswell 5-4-21/5-4-26.
Intermediate/53A-03-7
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee placed paper towels at sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee placed soap at sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Kelsie Powers hired 2 summers ago.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin at bottom of chute.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly in women's restroom.
Basic/32-23-5
The state's own report →
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Aug 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of napkins stored on floor.
Basic/25-05-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in mop bucket.
Basic/42-01-4

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.