How many health inspections has OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA had?

OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA ever been shut down?

No, OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA?

The most frequently cited violations at OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA are: Proper hand/arm washing, Management awareness, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA

1145 S FEDERAL HWY, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MONDOLFO LLC · License: SEA1620035

OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA in Fort Lauderdale, FL has 20 inspections on record with 102 total violations (5.1 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

20Inspections

102Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 18, 2025

Inspection History (20)

Feb 18, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Dec 5, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Jun 5, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 26, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

May 16, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Dec 21, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Apr 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

Aug 25, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 21, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 11, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Sep 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Apr 15, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Feb 13, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 25, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Sep 24, 2018 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Mar 29, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Oct 23, 2017 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 19, 2017 — Routine - Food· 10 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V52 Personal cleanliness

Jul 7, 2016 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Broward County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.31.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA had?: OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA ever been shut down?: No, OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA?: The most frequently cited violations at OSTERIA ACQUA E FARINA are: Proper hand/arm washing, Management awareness, Clean multi-use utensils.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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