Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield
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16840 S Us 441, Summerfield, FL 34491Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield has been emergency-closed once, for roach activity on February 23, 2017. Across 26 inspections spanning nearly a decade, the facility accumulated 140 violations, averaging 5.4 per inspection—slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations recurred frequently, including handwashing violations cited in at least 6 of the last 8 inspections, shell stock requirement violations appearing in 5 of the last 6 inspections, and employee health reporting violations in at least 3 inspections. Management awareness violations and consumer advisory violations were also documented in multiple recent inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 27, 2026 identified 10 violations including two high-priority findings for management awareness and proper hand/arm washing, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Most recent closure: February 23, 2017 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield: Emergency Closure History (1)
Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2017009044 | $400.00 | Feb 24, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield last inspected?
- Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield last shut down?
- Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield was last shut down on February 23, 2017 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 Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield?
- The most frequently cited violations at Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield are: Shell stock requirements, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield had?
- Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield find?
- Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield was most recently inspected on March 27, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield ever been shut down?
- Yes, Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield been fined?
- Little Joey's Italian Restaurant in Summerfield 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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