Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta

Last inspected:

221 S Us Hwy 1, Tequesta, FL 33469
Overview

Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta has accumulated 106 violations across 22 inspections, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility shows a severe escalation pattern in recent months. Between October 2024 and March 2026, inspectors documented recurring high-priority violations across management awareness, employee health policy, handwashing procedures, proper cooking temperatures, and chemical storage. The March 24, 2026 inspection alone recorded 20 violations including four high-priority findings; the following day on March 25, 2026, a second inspection cited eight additional violations. Both inspections resulted in formal escalation: the March 24 inspection received a Warning Issued disposition, and the March 25 inspection resulted in an Admin. complaint recommended disposition, signaling potential formal disciplinary proceedings. No emergency closures are on record.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
106Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 4.8 violations / inspection 4.8 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta last inspected?
Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta?
The most frequently cited violations at Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta are: Management awareness, Proper hand/arm washing, Approved food source.
How many health inspections has Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta had?
Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta find?
Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta ever been shut down?
No, Vulcano's Italian Restaurant in Tequesta has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.

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