Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier
92330 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070
Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier has accumulated 35 violations across 8 inspections since May 2023, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection—slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility's record shows an escalating pattern of repeat violations and deteriorating compliance over the past six months. Management awareness, parasite destruction, and consumer advisory violations appeared together in both December 2025 and March 2026 inspections, indicating unresolved systemic issues. Approved food source and proper cooking temperature violations were cited repeatedly across three inspections in 2024 and 2025. Employee health policy violations, including hand washing and health reporting, were cited in four separate inspections dating back to August 2023. The most recent inspection on March 31, 2026 resulted in 8 violations and an admin complaint recommendation—a formal escalation signaling potential enforcement proceedings. No emergency closures have been issued.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: March 31, 2026
Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier: Full Inspection History — DBPR (8)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier last inspected?
- Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 31, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier?
- The most frequently cited violations at Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier are: Clean multi-use utensils, Management awareness, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier had?
- Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier find?
- Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier was most recently inspected on March 31, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier ever been shut down?
- No, Italian Food Company Express in Tavernier has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- 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.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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