Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid
Last inspected:
209 N Main Ave, Lake Placid, FL 33852Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid has accumulated 211 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for sewage leaks. Fire safety records show four violations for portable fire extinguishers with gauges in the red zone, a hazard cited under the prior operator name Schooni's Pizza Palace in 2018 and persisting through 2024. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine.
Most recent closure: September 26, 2019 for sewage leaks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid: Comparison to Highlands County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
Highlands County Avg
5.62
violations / inspection
5.62 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Highlands County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid: Emergency Closure History (1)
Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019049367 | $400.00 | Sep 26, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-21: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at line.
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 · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed fire extinguisher in red zone in server area.
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.
Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 5 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections45 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid last inspected?
- Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 4, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid last shut down?
- Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid was last shut down on September 26, 2019 for sewage leaks. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid?
- The most frequently cited violations at Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid had?
- Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid has had 31 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 Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid find?
- Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid was most recently inspected on December 4, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid ever been shut down?
- Yes, Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid been fined?
- Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Schooni's Italian American Restaurant in Lake Placid operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Schooni's Pizza Palace (2018).
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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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