Eat SafelyIn Florida

PATRIZIA'S

1544 SE 3 CT, Deerfield Beach FL 33441

Last inspected Mar 23, 2026 · 10 visits since April 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats208
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1600779
Grade history
OCT 24
MAR 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1. Observed four live roaches on floor at cookline in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $760

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2026004685Jan 20, 2026Feb 9, 2026$400
2--2023036456Jun 15, 2023Jul 24, 2023$360

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Observed two broken and cracked raw shell eggs stored in tray with shell eggs in walk in cooler. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-14-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged snapper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package in reach in cooler in storage area. See Stop Sale.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled lid and strainer stored in hand sink basin at hand sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged snapper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package in reach in cooler in storage area. See Stop Sale.
Basic/06-09-1/Warning
Show the remaining 4 findings ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on food prep table next to cleaned utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Door gaskets on two door reach in cooler opposite cookline in kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust over drain board in ware wash area.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
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Jan 21, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine in kitchen.
Basic/16-23-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed same. Time Extended
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed same. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole cut in ceiling tile in kitchen.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed same. Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at both flip top coolers opposite cookline in kitchen.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed same. Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. 1. Observed under cookline equipment in kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed same. Time Extended
Interior of reach in freezer door in disrepair/has exposed insulation in storage area.
Basic/14-36-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed same. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Observed old food debris on bottom shelves under cookline equipment in kitchen. 2. Hood filters at grill in kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed same. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. 1. Wall soiled behind oven in kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Observed same. Time Extended
Jan 20, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 25 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

4 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
Show 25 findings ▾
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1. Approximately 15 live insects observed inside bag of dry macaroni in dry storage. See Stop Sale. 2. Approximately 5 live insects crawling on shelf in dry storage area.
High priority/35A-09-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed tray of raw beef stored on shelf above container of cooked meatballs in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1. Observed four live roaches on floor at cookline in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1. No tag on oysters stored in four door reach in cooler in prep area. See stop sale. 2. Approximately 15 live insects observed inside bag of dry macaroni in dry storage. See Stop Sale.
High priority/01B-13-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Establishment not maintaining oyster tags for 90 days.
Intermediate/01C-02-4/Warning
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed Tuna tartare on takeout, delivery, catering menu, and dinner menu not labeled to inform consumers of hidden raw ingredient.
Intermediate/02B-04-5/Warning
No tag on oysters stored in four door reach in cooler in prep area. See stop sale.
Intermediate/01C-01-4/Warning
Spray bottle containing purple toxic substance not labeled on shelf in prep area. Operator labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine in kitchen.
Basic/16-23-4/Warning
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole cut in ceiling tile in kitchen.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at both flip top coolers opposite cookline in kitchen.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 1. Approximately 20 dead roaches observed inside oven at cookline in kitchen. 2. Approximately 10 dead roaches on floor at cookline in kitchen. 3. Dead roaches observed inside clear light shield on ceiling in prep area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed Personal employee mug filled with beverage stored on cutting board opposite cookline in kitchen.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from a mug at cookline in kitchen.
Basic/12B-12-5/Warning
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from mug at cookline in kitchen.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored above triple sink and next to cleaned utensils in kitchen and prep area.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at least four employees working at cookline in kitchen with no hair restraints.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. 1. Observed under cookline equipment in kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Interior of reach in freezer door in disrepair/has exposed insulation in storage area.
Basic/14-36-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Observed old food debris on bottom shelves under cookline equipment in kitchen. 2. Hood filters at grill in kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee coconut water stored in reach in cooler with food for the public in kitchen at cookline.
Basic/12B-13-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of two door avantco reach in cooler at cookline in kitchen.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. 1. Wall soiled behind oven in kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored at food prep table.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning
Oct 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. 1. Observed raw shell eggs ambient (63F) in flip top unit opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Stored in unit overnight per operator. Unit observed with torn door gaskets. See Stop Sale.
High priority/03A-03-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked beef (59F), butter (62F), sausage (56F), Alfredo sauce (58F), and ricotta (56F) in flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Food stored in unit overnight per operator. Observed torn door gaskets on unit. See Stop Sale. 2. Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs ambient (63F) in flip top unit opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Stored in unit overnight per operator. Unit observed with torn door gaskets. See Stop Sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Observed Cooked beef (59F), butter (62F), sausage (56F), Alfredo sauce (58F), and ricotta (56F) in flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Food stored in unit overnight per operator. Observed torn door gaskets on unit. See Stop Sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Clean spoons and forks not stored inverted or in a protected manner and stored at the clean utensil rack in ware washing area.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at flip top cooler opposite pizza oven in kitchen.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Leader two door reach in cooler opposite cookline, torn door gaskets.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters at cookline in kitchen. 2. Door gaskets on two avantco reach in cooler's opposite cookline in kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of two avantco reach-in-coolers opposite cookline in kitchen.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Torn walk in cooler door gasket. 2. Observed torn door gaskets on three two door reach in coolers opposite cookline equipment in kitchen.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Interior of two door reach in freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation in dry storage area.
Basic/14-36-5/Warning
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth stored at pasta prep flip top cooler in kitchen. Operator removed.
Basic/21-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Standing water in bottom of two door reach-in-cooler opposite oven in kitchen.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Oct 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation Warning Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board opposite cook line in the kitchen.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board opposite cook line in the kitchen. Warning Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Observed water leaking into bucket from condenser unit on top shelf of two door reach in cooler next to ice machine in dry storage. 2. Torn door gaskets on two door reach in cooler opposite stove in kitchen. 3. Torn door gasket on walk in cooler door.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Basic - Equipment in poor repair. 1. Observed water leaking into bucket from condenser unit on top shelf of two door reach in cooler next to ice machine in dry storage. 2. Torn door gaskets on two door reach in cooler opposite stove in kitchen. 3. Torn door gasket on walk in cooler door. Warning Time Extended
Light not functioning. Two lights not functioning at hood above cook line in kitchen.
Basic/36-62-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Basic - Light not functioning. Two lights not functioning at hood above cook line in kitchen. Warning Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Door gaskets on two door reach in freezer storage area. 2. Door gaskets on chest freezer opposite cook line in kitchen. 3. Hood filters above cook line in kitchen. 4. Door gasket on both two door reach in coolers opposite ovens at cook line in kitchen
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Door gaskets on two door reach in freezer storage area. 2. Hood filters above cook line in kitchen. ovens at cook line in kitchen Warning Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of two door reach-in-cooler next to ice machine in storage area.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Basic - Standing water in bottom of two door reach-in-cooler next to ice machine in storage area. Warning Time Extended
Oct 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ready to eat bread stored in direct contact with thank you bag, stored in two door reach in cooler at pizza prep.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning
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. Salmon (51F), snapper (51F), shrimp (51F), octopus (50F), raw chicken (52F), and cooked veal (52F) stored in two door reach in cooler next to ice machine in storage area. Not prepared or portioned today. Stored in unit overnight per operator. Observed water leaking into bucket on top shelf and standing water in the bottom of the unit. See Stop Sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salmon (51F), snapper (51F), shrimp (51F), octopus (50F), raw chicken (52F), and cooked veal (52F) stored in two door reach in cooler next to ice machine in storage area. Not prepared or portioned today. Stored in unit overnight per operator. Observed water leaking into bucket on top shelf and standing water in the bottom of the unit. See Stop Sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed whisk stored in basin of hand sink at cook line in the kitchen.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen and near ware wash area. Operator provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink by the ice machine in dry storage.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/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/Repeat Violation/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic baskets with no handle observed stored in bread crumbs and semolina storage containers in dry storage area.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Clean forks and spoons not stored inverted or in a protected manner at the cleaned utensil storage rack in ware wash area.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board opposite cook line in the kitchen.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 1. One dead roach observed on bottom shelf of prep table in prep area. 2. Two dead roaches on floor in kitchen. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Observed water leaking into bucket from condenser unit on top shelf of two door reach in cooler next to ice machine in dry storage. 2. Torn door gaskets on two door reach in cooler opposite stove in kitchen. 3. Torn door gasket on walk in cooler door.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water around ice machine in storage area.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Light not functioning. Two lights not functioning at hood above cook line in kitchen.
Basic/36-62-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Door gaskets on two door reach in freezer storage area. 2. Door gaskets on chest freezer opposite cook line in kitchen. 3. Hood filters above cook line in kitchen. 4. Door gasket on both two door reach in coolers opposite ovens at cook line in kitchen
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of two door reach-in-cooler next to ice machine in storage area.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
May 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door has opening at bottom of door where it rusted off.
Basic/35B-01-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at handwash sink on cook line.
Basic/31B-04-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spray bottle with oil not labeled. Chef labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Apr 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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. Chlorine at 0 ppm. Chef changed chlorine bucket and primed to 100 ppm.
High priority/22-41-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Two items in walk in cooler at Meatballs; (46F - Cold Holding); pasta (46F - Cold Holding)chef said items in unit approximately 3 hours. Chef moved items to freezer
High priority/03A-02-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink at front bar. Chef replaced
Intermediate/31B-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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
No soap provided at handwash sink. Chef refilled soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine had mold like substance
Basic/22-20-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles on the cook line
Basic/23-24-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on work table, Chef discarded drink.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Chef moved all the knives to the dishwasher area.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No Hans wash sign at hand wash sink on cook line.
Basic/31B-04-4

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.