Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
212 37 Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg has accumulated 296 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.7 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice for roach activity. Fire inspections documented a missing portable fire extinguisher, a violation cited repeatedly across multiple follow-up inspections between 2022 and 2023. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $500 in fines.
Most recent closure: November 16, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
8.7
violations / inspection
8.7 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (2)
Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022050787 | $250.00 | Sep 13, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022057821 | $250.00 | Nov 16, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Establishment was a 20-seat establishment increased to 40 seats **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-16: - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-18:
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.
— 4 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Establishment was a 20-seat establishment increased to 40 seats **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-16:
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 · 45-05-4 · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Establishment was a 20-seat establishment increased to 40 seats **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14:
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 · 45-05-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Establishment was a 20-seat establishment increased to 40 seats **Repeat Violation**
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 · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Establishment was a 20-seat establishment increased to 40 seats
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.
Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 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· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections61 violations · 39 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections35 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg was last shut down on November 16, 2022 for roach 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 Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg had?
- Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg find?
- Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $500.00 in fines.
- How much has Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Fortunato's Alfresco in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $500.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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