MADE IN ITALY
117 W VENICE AVE, Venice FL 34285 · 941-488-8282
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
12 live, small flying insects found by water heater at bar and 6 live, small flying insects by ice machine at bar.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $880
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024068453 | Oct 1, 2024 | Jan 9, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2015024060 | May 26, 2015 | Jun 25, 2015 | $680 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 7, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following items at Salad station reach-in cooler: fresh mozzarella large balls (55F - Cold Holding)2 lbs; fresh mozzarella small balls (55F - Cold Holding) 2lbs; blue cheese crumbles (57F - Cold Holding) 1/2 lb; cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding) 1/4 lb; feta (57F - Cold Holding) 2 lb; house made blue cheese dressing (61F - Cold Holding) 1qt. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items. Observed the following items at soup station by slicer in kitchen: Meatball in sauce 110F Hot holding, full 6" deep 1/3 pan. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items at Salad station reach-in cooler: fresh mozzarella large balls (55F - Cold Holding)2 lbs; fresh mozzarella small balls (55F - Cold Holding) 2lbs; blue cheese crumbles (57F - Cold Holding) 1/2 lb; cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding) 1/4 lb; feta (57F - Cold Holding) 2 lb; house made blue cheese dressing (61F - Cold Holding) 1qt. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items at soup station by slicer in kitchen: Meatball in sauce 110F Hot holding, full 6" deep 1/3 pan. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning solutions stored next to jugs of cooking oil in mop closet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observe the following hand sink block from convenient usage: Hand wash sink in kitchen next to three compartment sink and slicer block by pans in sink. Hand wash sink and back prep room blocked by hose and clean supplies and sink. Hand wash sink at bar walks by container of drink mix in hand wash sink. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
No soap provided at handwash sink at bar.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna, pasta and potatoes in reach-in cooler Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed wall mounted AC unit in back prep room over prep table area with heavy buildup of mold, like substance and condensation.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple chips and cracked plastic containers in kitchen and region coolers.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed shrimp defrosting in left hand side of three compartment sink, while middle sink was full of soap and chemicals. Employee removed shrimp from sink area.
Food stored on floor. Observed jugs of oil stored on floor in mop closet.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters at bar area in front room next to espresso machine not inverted or protected.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed container of shrimp, defrosting in three compartment sink with no cold running water. Employee remove shrimp from sink and placed in reaching cooler.
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ready to eat sausage in walk-in cooler. The manager moved the sausage on other shelf in walk-in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table in back storage area. The operator removed cell phone from prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The operator removed wiping cloth from under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink beside 3 compartment sink.
Mar 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Mar 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 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 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.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes on counter at cooks line at 57F. Employee stated items had been out for 1 hour and then returned item to reach-in cooler stand up cooler.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Repeat from last inspection 2-24-25
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.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat from last inspection 2-24-25
Feb 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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12 live, small flying insects found by water heater at bar and 6 live, small flying insects by ice machine at bar.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals in storage closet over bottles of wine and dish ware. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 10-1-24
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Informed operator of their responsibilities.
Handwash sink at prep kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times with hose and scrub pads in sink. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat 10-1-24
Observed dirty standing water in base pan under water heater at bar.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pot of shrimp in three compartment sink and bucket of squid on counter defrosting in standing water.
Oct 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area at rear prep room and bar area.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed pesticide in back storage and liquor room. Repeat 12-18-23
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed grill cleaner on bottom shelf of table at cooks line next to clean equipment and bread crumbs. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 12-18-23
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.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Manager on duty has expired certificate. Sandra Maribel Martinez Hernandez 7-20-18.
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/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed eggplant parmigiana prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, items were not properly date marked.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in main kitchen cooks line. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area in rear prep room across from walk-in-freezer.
Dec 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed cans of Raid pesticide in mop closet and liquor room by dry storage. Observed operator remove pesticide.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed clean chemicals over bottles of wine in store room.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna, sauces and pasta in reach-in cooler across from office prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in 74F standing water at cooks line. Observed employee remove utensils from water.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at cooks line.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp and clams over cooked pasta and vegetables in reach-in cooler at cooks line. Observed employee move all items for proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground raw sausage in top section make table reach-in cooler at cooks line at 56F and butter at 52F.Cook stated he refilled items 1 hour prior, both was filled 2 inches above the cold hold line of the pan. Observed cook remove extra sausage and butter place into tall reach-in cooler. Recheck temperature 40 later sausage 42F, butter 40F
Food stored on floor in Walk-in cooler and Walk-in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed operator remove and wash scoop.
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