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COTOLETTA

3206 GRAND AVE

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 1/15/2025

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at storage area boxes of pasta noodles stored on floor. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: At time of callback inspection still observed in storage area. **Time Extended**
  • 10-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line. Chef removed. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: At time of callback inspection still observed rings on oven door. **Time Extended**
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign posted in shared bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: **Time Extended**
  • 42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: At time of callback inspection still observed mop not hung to dry. **Time Extended**
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: At time of callback inspection still observed license expired. **Time Extended**
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: At time of callback inspection still observed missing. **Time Extended**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine dish machine and quaternary three compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 11/6/2024

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at storage area boxes of pasta noodles stored on floor. Warning
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line. Chef removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign posted in shared bathroom. Warning
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Warning
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at storage area reach in cooler, raw shelled eggs stored over boxes of tomatoes and bell peppers. Warning
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. As per operator establishment is under new management same ownership so no current certified food manager available. Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine dish machine and quaternary three compartment sink. Warning

Inspection Date: 5/29/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8603167

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC unit vent soiled with dust and grease buildup.
  • 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in dry storage area in a container of flour.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line utensils in standing water of 101F.

Inspection Date: 4/17/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8602770

  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at standing reach in cooler in storage area as well as reach in coolers in kitchen area with torn gaskets. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-17: At time of callback inspection still observed gaskets torn. **Time Extended**
  • 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-17: At time of callback inspection observed walls still soiled. **Time Extended**
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at hand sink next to three compartment sink, sink was blocked by rolling carts. Manager removed carts. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-17: At time of callback inspection observed hand sink blocked by cooling rack. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 1/31/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8343097

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin located next to triple sink. Warning
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of pancake flour at rear storage area. Warning
  • 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed utensils stored in container not inverted located on prep table. Observed serving plates at front counter area not inverted. Warning
  • 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in unisex bathroom used by food employees. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-71-4:Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed at ice machine. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at standing reach in cooler in storage area as well as reach in coolers in kitchen area with torn gaskets. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink. Warning
  • 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket in kitchen area next to standing reach in cooler stored on floor. Manager placed on lower shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed and provided operator with form. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at hand sink next to three compartment sink, sink was blocked by rolling carts. Manager removed carts. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. None provided at time of inspection. Warning
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Printed and provided form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed in a container of hoisin sauce. Warning
  • 29-28-4:Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter at ice machine not date marked with service date. Warning

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Google Rating

★★★★½ (4.7/5)
(156 reviews)

Opening Hours

Monday:5:30 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:5:30 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:5:30 – 10:00 PM
Thursday:5:30 – 10:00 PM
Friday:12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM
Saturday:12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM
Sunday:12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM
✗ Currently Closed

Features

✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Lunch
Dinner
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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