LA DOLCE VITA
1751 SCENIC HWY 98, Destin FL 32541 · 1-404-433-1200
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 4 visits since May 2024
3 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee placed paper towels at sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee placed soap at sink.
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.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin at bottom of chute.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly in women's restroom.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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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/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of napkins stored on floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in mop bucket.
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.