Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
1821 Se 10 Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale has averaged 6.8 violations per inspection across 24 inspections dating back to 2016, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. High-priority violations have been recurring, including hand washing violations cited in at least five inspections, employee health reporting violations in three inspections, and improper food sourcing or storage violations appearing across multiple years. The facility received a fire safety observation in June 2023 for scorch marks around an electrical outlet near deep fryers. The most recent inspection on March 27, 2026 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition with 12 violations including two intermediate and five basic violations; however, prior to this, the facility received an Administrative Complaint Recommended disposition on December 15, 2025 following 21 violations, signaling escalated enforcement action by the state.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Warning Issued
Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 27, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on March 27, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Bistro Mezzaluna in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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