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LUIGI'S TUSCAN GRILL

1105 E LAS OLAS BLVD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33301 · 954.522.2216

Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 8 visits since May 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats49
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1619634
Grade history
NOV 24
JAN 25
JAN 25
JAN 26
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature...raw chicken above raw beef at walk in cooler. Employee properly stored food.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025004504Nov 12, 2024Feb 13, 2025$400
2--2023023120Mar 29, 2023May 11, 2023$200

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Apr 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cook line flip top - Raw chicken and raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat cooked sausage. Operator stored all items properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Dish employee handled utensils and then handled clean utensils without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Left bar soda gun.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook used personal cell phone then touched clean utensils without first washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands.
High priority/12A-29-4/Corrected On-Site
1 Clam tag not marked with last date served. Reviewed proper procedures with operator.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Cook washed hands in triple sink. Reviewed proper procedures and employee washed hands in hand sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 2 bar soda guns
Intermediate/22-02-4
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. 2 employees present without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.A
Intermediate/11-26-1
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets - Cookline flip top.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in cooler - cases of chicken stored in floor under shelving.
Basic/08B-47-4/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in glass top reach-in freezer - by dish machine.
Basic/14-69-4
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door and handles - cookline flip top. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Basic/23-24-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in cooler - plastic containers with chicken stored on floor.
Basic/08B-47-4
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served. Reviewed procedures.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Left bar soda gun. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Prep area. Operator replaced.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cookline cold holding reach in. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Basic/23-24-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - utensils in water, 106F. Operator moved to heat source to heat.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Operator made new solution. Chlorine 100ppm.
Basic/21-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Prep area flip top - raw beef carpaccio stored over ready to eat desserts. Operator stored all items properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served. Reviewed proper procedures.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Left bar soda gun. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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/ - PIC - Gabriel Salas.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. 2 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating in kitchen prep area. Reviewed proper procedures and employee removed items.
Basic/12B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - utenciks un water 94F. Operator moved to grill to heat.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Visibly soiled Waste line passing through ice bin at bar.
Basic/29-15-4/Warning
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Right bar soda gun.
Basic/29-17-4/Warning
Jun 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce...raw veal above lemon, lettuce at walk in cooler. Employee properly stored.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw veal with bun / bread at walk in cooler. Employee stored food properly
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation...Gorgonzola sauce date marked 5/29/24 at walk in cooler. Stop sale issue. Advise discarded food.
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation...Gorgonzola sauce date marked 5/29/24 at walk in cooler.
High priority/01B-13-4
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...windex spray bottle stored with opened drink ice at bar, manager removed bottle.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served...some tag are not last date marked.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink...soda line in handwashing sink next to ice bin at bar. Manager removed soda line.
Intermediate/31A-10-4/Corrected On-Site
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar manager provided
Intermediate/31B-02-4/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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar
Basic/31B-04-4
Stored food not covered...13 food containers not covered at walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
May 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce....raw lamb above vegetables in walk in cooler. Employee properly stored.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw shell eggs above opened sauce at walk in cooler, employee properly stored
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature...raw chicken above raw beef at walk in cooler. Employee properly stored food.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse...Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...sausage 47F, cheese 46F, spinach 45F, mushrooms 46F, sauce 46F, heavy cream 46 F in reach cooler at kitchen, food was not prepped or portion today.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...sausage 47F, cheese 46F, spinach 45F, mushrooms 46F, sauce 46F, heavy cream 46 F in reach cooler at kitchen, food was not prepped or portion today. Stop sale issue employee discarded food.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime....can opener blade. Employee cleaned.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...soup,sauce, lasagna, pasta which was prepared over 24 hours. Employee date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...spoons, tong, spatula at 82F at kitchen. Operator removed to fire.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, stagnant water in reach in cooler at kitchen.
Basic/22-16-4
Stored food not covered...all prepped or cooked food not covered at walk in cooler. Employee covered
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site

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.