LOUIE'S BISTRO
12275 MERCADO DR, Venice FL 34293 · 941-244-4960
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 6 small flying insects by cooks are prep sink landing on walls and clean plastic containers.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025062367 | Jul 29, 2025 | Nov 3, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observe butter by toaster station not properly time marked employee stated butter had been placed out 1.5 hours prior and then proceeded to mark time correctly
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 sliced ham and corned beef employee stated the commercial items listed above had been opened more than 24 hours prior, then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at cook area. Employee replaced paper towels.
May 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 23, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items in counter top cooler out of temperature: slice cheese 47F cold holding, cut tomatoes 50F cold holding. Employee stated items had been placed out 1 hour prior, then returned items to reach-in cooler.
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. Training certification presented did not correspond to current staff.
Mar 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate0 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 dishwasher machine at 000 ppm chlorine sanitizer. instructed operator they may use the machine to wash dishware and utensils, but must use three compartment sink to sanitize items once they come out of the dish machine and then allow items to properly air dry
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items in counter top cooler out of temperature: slice cheese 47F cold holding, cut tomatoes 50F cold holding. Employee stated items had been placed out 1 hour prior, then returned items to reach-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed butter tub and wrap portions on counter by toasters no time marked on them. Employee stated items had been out 3.5 hours. Then marked time on them. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
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 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. Training certification presented did not correspond to current staff.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Written Time control sheet presented only had page 1 of 3.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled by 3 compartment sink.
Jul 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 6 small flying insects by cooks are prep sink landing on walls and clean plastic containers.
Jul 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 6 small flying insects by cooks are prep sink landing on walls and clean plastic containers.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by cooks line. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Jan 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at 3 compartment sink. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Nov 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris by 3 compartment sink and server counter area.
Nov 2, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 small flying insects by trash can next to bar area 3 compartment sink and 2 small flying insects at cooks line area.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. See stop sale. Observed container of butter at cooks line not time marked. Observed employee state butter was put out at 8:30 am and then correctly mark time on butter. Repeat 7-11-23
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. 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 cream cheese block and sliced cheeses that were commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104. Repeat 7-11-23
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.
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. Email operater Employee Health Agreement.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator could not provide Time as a Control sheet at time of inspection. Email operater Time as a Control sheet. Repeat 7-11-23
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at 3 compartment sink. Repeat 7-11-23
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris by 3 compartment sink and server counter area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Jul 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked potatoes in reach-in cooler at cooks line.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed container of butter at cooks line not time marked. Observed employee correctly mark time on butter.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment has paperwork for Time as a Control sheet but has not filled out any information on them.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle at 3 compartment sink at front counter. Repeat 11-30-22
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