Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key
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6814 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key was emergency-closed on April 2, 2024 for rodent activity. The facility has been cited for 106 violations across 18 inspections between 2023 and September 2025, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection. High-priority violations have been recurring across multiple inspections, including proper hand and arm washing (cited in at least 5 inspections), food contact surface sanitation (cited in at least 4 inspections), shell stock requirements (cited in at least 4 inspections), and employee health policy violations (cited in at least 3 inspections). The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented on February 5, 2025 when an exit door from the kitchen was found blocked. The most recent inspection on September 25, 2025 found 18 violations including high-priority citations for proper hand and arm washing, approved food sources, and food contact surface sanitation, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Most recent closure: April 2, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key: Emergency Closure History (1)
Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024020160 | $400.00 | Apr 2, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key last inspected?
- Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key last shut down?
- Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key was last shut down on April 2, 2024 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key had?
- Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key find?
- Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V38 (Waste properly disposed) mean?
- Violation 38 (Waste properly disposed) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/38.
- Has Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key been fined?
- Ventura's Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar in Longboat Key has been fined a total of $400.00 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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