Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

1331 Se 17 St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Overview

Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 103 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.2 per visit. The facility, which previously operated as Panaretto Pizzeria Restaurant, faced one fire safety violation in 2015 for cooking equipment without hood suppression. Recent inspections show a pattern of compliance issues, with an administrative complaint recommended in January 2026 for four violations including three high-priority citations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections
103Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$560in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 3.2 violations / inspection 3.2 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $560.00

Disciplinary action history for Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2026019773 $200.00 Jan 23, 2026 Miami (Doral)
2--2023040079 $200.00 Jul 6, 2023 Miami (Doral)
2--2016046999 $160.00 Sep 26, 2016 Miami (Doral)

Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 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.
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.

Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 4 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V25 Allergen awareness
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 6 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V41 Toilet facilities
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V41 Toilet facilities
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V06 Handwashing facilities
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V24 Toxic substance control
V27 Correct procedures
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 4 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 24, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale had?
Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale find?
Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on January 24, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
How much has Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $560.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Zona Fresca in Fort Lauderdale operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Panaretto Pizzeria Restaurant (2015).

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