Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach
Last inspected:
614 Centre St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach has 27 inspections on record since 2022, averaging 9.9 violations per inspection — nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited across most recent inspections, including management awareness failures in five of the last six inspections, chemical storage violations in four consecutive inspections, and proper cooking temperature violations in three separate inspections. The facility has received three separate fire safety violations since 2021, all for use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors without a hood suppression system installed. A disciplinary action with $200 in fines has been issued. The most recent inspection on February 5, 2026 documented 33 violations with six high-priority findings and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation; prior inspection on April 24, 2025 also ended with an administrative complaint recommendation after 12 violations including high-priority management awareness and chemical storage failures.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach: Comparison to Nassau County Averages
This Facility
9.5
violations / inspection
9.5 violations per inspection
Nassau County Avg
6.36
violations / inspection
6.36 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Nassau County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019002354 | $200.00 | Dec 7, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small fryer next to salad station
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small fryer stored next to salad cooler
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
-Small fryer on prep table near back door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 4 inspections33 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach last inspected?
- Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach had?
- Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach find?
- Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach was most recently inspected on April 22, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach been fined?
- Ciao Italian Eatery in Fernandina Beach has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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