Vita Nostra in Sunrise

Last inspected:

149 Nw 136 Ave, Sunrise, FL 33325
Overview

Vita Nostra in Sunrise has 25 inspections on record dating back to 2016, with 195 total violations averaging 7.8 per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on June 18, 2019 for flies. High-priority violations have been recurring and systemic: handwashing procedure violations appeared in 8 of the 25 inspections; employee health policy violations in at least 5 inspections; food contact surface violations in multiple inspections; and parasite destruction violations in 4 inspections. Consumer advisory violations—indicating failure to post required notices for raw or undercooked foods—appeared in 6 inspections. The facility has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. On July 30, 2025, an administrative complaint was recommended after 21 violations were documented. Most recently, on November 4, 2025, an inspection found 27 violations including multiple high-priority handwashing, employee health, food condition, and food contact surface violations, though the disposition was Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Most recent closure: June 18, 2019 for flies.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
195Violations
1Closures
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Vita Nostra in Sunrise: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 7.8 violations / inspection 7.8 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Vita Nostra in Sunrise: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Vita Nostra in Sunrise
DateReasonReopened
Flies 10:28:00

Vita Nostra in Sunrise: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for Vita Nostra in Sunrise
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025063513 $400.00 Jul 30, 2025 Miami (Doral)
2--2019031906 $400.00 Jun 19, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Vita Nostra in Sunrise: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections32 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections36 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 21 violations (15 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Vita Nostra in Sunrise: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vita Nostra in Sunrise last inspected?
Vita Nostra in Sunrise was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 4, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Vita Nostra in Sunrise last shut down?
Vita Nostra in Sunrise was last shut down on June 18, 2019 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Vita Nostra in Sunrise?
The most frequently cited violations at Vita Nostra in Sunrise are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Vita Nostra in Sunrise had?
Vita Nostra in Sunrise has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Vita Nostra in Sunrise find?
Vita Nostra in Sunrise was most recently inspected on November 4, 2025 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Vita Nostra in Sunrise ever been shut down?
Yes, Vita Nostra in Sunrise has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
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 Vita Nostra in Sunrise faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Vita Nostra in Sunrise has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has Vita Nostra in Sunrise been fined?
Vita Nostra in Sunrise has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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