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VILLANI + CO

19790 WELLEN PARK BLVD, Venice FL 34293 · 941-584-4434

Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats133
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6806053
Grade history
MAR 25
MAY 25
MAR 26
JUN 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw burger patties over fish in cooks line cooler draw. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent in kitchen with heavy dust buildup.
Basic/36-34-5
Jun 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their bar hand sink used to dump ice. Operator removed the ice.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrective Action Taken
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kits for their quaternary sanitizer buckets.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign at the bar hand sink.
Basic/31B-04-4
Mar 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment is making Caesar salad dressing from scratch with raw eggs and it is not indicated on the menu. Operator changed recipe to remove raw eggs from recipe and replaced with mayonnaise. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site
May 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw burger patties over fish in cooks line cooler draw. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of spray lubricant on shelf above food prep area by microwave.
High priority/41-10-4
Mar 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Observed ceiling vent in wait staff area soiled with accumulated dust. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Basic/36-34-5
Water leaking from pipe under dishwasher.
Basic/29-11-4
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw lobster in cooks line reach-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Ob chemical spray bottles hanging on ack at dishwasher area over clean equipment. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Repeat 10-19-23
Intermediate/16-62-1/Repeat Violation
Carbon dioxide not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee beverages food preparation areas. Repeat 10-19-23. Observed operator remove beverages.
Basic/12B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting containers on shelf above 3 compartment sink.
Basic/24-08-4
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken on shelf above 3 compartment sink.
Basic/14-38-4
Oct 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked mussel in reach-in cooler at cooks line. Observed employee move beef to bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on counter next to microwave.
Basic/12B-07-4

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