SAL'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE
2908 OAKWOOD BLVD, Hollywood FL 33020 · 954.929.4727
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-24. Operator states payment was sent via physical mail
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025074841 | Oct 13, 2025 | Nov 10, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2024031636 | May 13, 2024 | Jul 11, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Trays of cooked rolls in direct contact with standard cab liners in walk in cooler. Manager covered rolls with parchment paper to prevent contact.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal can in bulk dry bean container. Manager removed can.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in contact with dry beans in bulk container. Manager removed handle from beans.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In both server Pepsi glassfront coolers.
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Operator moved to ware washing area
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/. Discussed with operator
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at flip top door handles
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Raw salmon in sealed commercially packaged reduced oxygen packaging still partially frozen. Operator removed from packaging. Discussed with operator
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters soiled
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Maintenance equipment; heat guns, extension cords stored on top of sealed packages of pasta in dry storage. Operator removed maintenance equipment
Oct 14, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 13, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on door to cook line flip top on cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach in gasket of chest freezer on cook line in kitchen Observed 1 live roach on wall next to ice machine in kitchen Observed approximately 9 live roaches in front left wheel of 10 burner stove on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 3 live roaches on wall behind gap in tile at ware washing area in kitchen Observed 3+ live roaches inside of gap along ware washing and cook line hood walls on cook line in kitchen
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Raw salmon in commercially packaged reduced oxygen packaging with a label indicating to be removed before thawing, fully thawed in reduced oxygen packaging.
Toxic substance improperly stored. Container of liquid cement stored on shelf above cook line. Operator removed
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. Operator unable to provide for any current employees at time of inspection
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Raw salmon in commercially packaged reduced oxygen packaging with a label indicating to be removed before thawing, fully thawed in reduced oxygen packaging. See Stop Sale
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in control device located on ground behind chest freezer on cook line in kitchen. Observed 2 dead roaches on ground behind chest freezer on cook line in kitchen. Observed 1 dead roaches on ground next to ice machine in kitchen. Observed 2 dead roaches in far left oven on cook line in kitchen Observed 1 dead roach on ground under pizza line flip top at front line in kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cook line equipment
Food stored on floor. Multiple food items stored on floor in walk in cooler/walk in freezer
Jun 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta fagioli soup prepared 2 days ago in walk in cooler not date marked. Operator date marked
Food stored on floor. Cases of food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator moved to shelf
Lid of freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at black chest freezer in front of cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of cook line flip top soiled. Door jambs, in between hinges
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at pizza line, cook line. Operator moved to sanitizer bucket
Apr 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 24, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-24. Operator states payment was sent via physical mail
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw calamari stored above commercially processed cooked mussels in cook line flip top, operator reorganized
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine/quat test kit provided
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed throughout
Equipment in poor repair. Dishwashing racks soiled/in poor repair
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets at cook line flip top soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at cook line flip top
Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. Observed in walk in cooler
Sep 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate5 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. Dish machine tested at 0ppm chlorine. Operator changed sanitizer and primed. Retested at 100ppm
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Commercially processed raw salmon, raw snapper in reduced oxygen packaging fully thawed and not removed from packaging.
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. Pizza by the slice being held on TPHC for less than 1 hour. Operator time marked
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Quat test kit provided for chlorine sanitizer dish machine
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. Operator unable to provide for new employee. Provided to operator
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on can opener/blade
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing green substance not labeled, operator labeled degreaser
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Obsved on flip top handles
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Commercially processed raw salmon, raw snapper in reduced oxygen packaging fully thawed and not removed from packaging. See Stop Sale.
Equipment in poor repair. Dishwashing racks soiled/in poor repair
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line flip top
May 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee removed gloves and failed to washed hands after washing an equipment. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Trays of raw shell eggs stored on top shelf above opened container of cooked brown sauce in walk in cooler. Employee inverted.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. ime/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta Flip top. Cooked Spaghetti (41-50F - Cold Holding). Per employee food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed pan overfilled. See stop
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta Flip top. Cooked Spaghetti (41-50F - Cold Holding). Per employee food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed pan overfilled. See stop sale
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of sanitizer stored on shelf above pizza station. Employee removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener in kitchen soiled. Employee cleaned during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Employee labeled spray sanitizer bottle during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents soiled throughout establishment.
Employee with soiled clothing. Employee put on hat during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Pasta flip top lids broken.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tong stored on oven door.
Reach in cooler shelf with rust that has pitted the surface. Pepsi Reach in cooler in kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Bucket of brown sauce in walk in cooler uncovered.chef covered during inspection.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep table-; Ricotta cheese (60-65F - Cold Holding); Fresh garlic with oil (60F - Cold Holding. Per employee food items on prep table less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed ice melted from under item. Employee moved to reach in cooler to quick chill.
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. Per employee food item outside of temperature less than 4 hours. Employee time marked 1PM-5 PM.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager replaced during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Stored food not covered. Containers of sauces and cooked foods not covered in walk in cooler. Manager covered.
Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled during inspection.
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.