CASSARIANO ITALIAN EATERY
311 West Venice Avenue
Venice, Florida, 34285
Sarasota County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.4/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/16/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Repeat 9-23-24 Repeat Violation
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. observed utensils in 85°F water at cook line. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. Repeat 9-23-24 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna, pasta, desserts, sauces, and cooked beef in reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior , and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection. Repeat 9-23-24 Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/16/2025 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 11/25/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/25/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 9/23/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
4
Total
10
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 24-27-4:Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. On clean equipment by handwashing sink at cooks line under soap dispenser and in splash zone of handwashing sink. Repeat 12-6-23 Repeat Violation Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils at back kitchen prep table. Repeat 12-6-23 Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On utensils at cooks line in standing 85F water. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working squeeze bottles of oils wines and water at cooks line all items unlabeled. Observed working containers of sugar and powder sugar at prep area and storage shelves all items unlabeled. Repeat 12-6-23 Warning
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed Voltarine muscle relaxer cream on prep table. Repeat 12-6-23 Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw veal chops over fresh mozzarella in reach-in-cooler. Repeat 12-6-23 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 11-07-5:Intermediate - 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. Warning
- 11-05-4:Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Warning
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tomato sauce, cut vegetables, cooked sausage and cut tomatoes prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, items were not properly date marked. Warning
- 53B-05-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/23/2024 revealed 10 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 12/6/2023
High Priority
4
Intermediate
1
Basic
4
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 24-27-4:Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean equipment and bottles of oils and spices stored next to hand wash sink under soap and paper towel dispensers. Observed operator move all items from under soap and towel dispensers. Repeat 8-21-23 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employees bottle of water at prep table on top of cutting boards and gator aid bottle on prep table.
- 35B-02-4:Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper on wall above prep table and shelf of clean pots.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working containers and bottles of oils, wines, spices, and flour at cooks line and prep line.
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored on back prep table.
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed case of Raid pesticide cans in employee bathroom and more cans in dry storage area bet kitchen and back dining room. Repeat 8-21-23 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw lamb burgers over sauces and cheese in reach-in cooler. Observed operator move raw lamb to lower shelf for proper storage. Repeat 8-21-23 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles on shelf by kitchen entrance over clean plates and silverware, observed can of wd-40 on shelf by back prep table over cans of food and clean equipment. Observed operator remove chemicals for proper storage.Repeat 8-21-23 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at wait staff station by kitchen. Repeat 8-21-23 Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/6/2023 revealed 9 total violations (4 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 8/21/2023
High Priority
5
Intermediate
6
Basic
4
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine bin at back of kitchen.
- 24-27-4:Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash sink exposed to splash at cooks line. Observed operator move utensils and cooking equipment. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor in Walk-in freezer. Repeat 1-11-23 Repeat Violation
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in 74F standing water on cooks line. Observed operator remove and wash utensils and place in dry container. Repeat 1-11-23 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dent can of ketchup at storage rack in back of kitchen. Observed operator voluntarily dispose of can.
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment at bottom of can rack in back of kitchen. Repeat 1-11-23 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef steak over cooked onions in Walk-in cooler. Observed raw open repacked shrimp in Walk-in freezer an reach-in-freezer over bread and vegetables. Rep 1-11-23 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh chopped garlic in oil at 62F on cooks line. Operator stated it had been out for 2 hours and returned it to reach-in cooler. Recheck temperature 40 minutes later 41F. Corrected On-Site
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on shelf above and next to clean silverware by kitchen door entrance. Observed operator move bottle for proper storage. Repeat 1-11-23 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 11-07-5:Intermediate - 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. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material. Observed operator print and post sign. Corrected On-Site
- 02C-03-5:Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed assorted cheeses in Walk-in cooler that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 1-11-23 Repeat Violation
- 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. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 and observed operator print and post signs. Repeat 1-11-23 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 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. Email operater Employee Health Agreement and observed operator print copies and had current staff sig forms. Repeat 1-11-23 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef, sauces, cut steaks and rice balls in Walk-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 1-11-23 Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at bar and wait staff station. Observed operator label bottles. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/21/2023 revealed 15 total violations (5 high priority, 6 intermediate, 4 basic).