The Ancient Olive in The Villages

Last inspected:

1111 Canal St, The Villages, FL 32162
Overview

The Ancient Olive, a minor outlet prepackaged food establishment in The Villages, had one inspection on record on March 23, 2026. The inspection documented five violations, three of which were corrected on site. A priority violation cited improper storage of cleaning chemicals near packaged foods in the back area; the chemicals were moved to a designated storage location during the inspection. A priority foundation violation noted the establishment lacked a suitable probe thermometer for food temperature measurement, though no temperature control violations were observed. The inspection was completed with violations corrected and the report was flagged for electronic submission to FDACS upon completion.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
5Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

The Ancient Olive in The Villages: FDACS Inspection History (1)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 5 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Back area: Cleaning chemicals stored near packaged foods. COS: Cleaning chemicals moved to a designated area.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.Repeat
Food establishment could not provide documentation of certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
Establishment could not provide a suitable probe thermometer. No temperature violations observed during this visit.
3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Warewash area: Boxes of oil and vinegar in gallon stored directly on floor.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Unisex restroom: Covered trash receptacle not provided.

The Ancient Olive in The Villages: Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Ancient Olive in The Villages last inspected?
The Ancient Olive in The Villages was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 23, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has The Ancient Olive in The Villages had?
The Ancient Olive in The Villages has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of The Ancient Olive in The Villages find?
The Ancient Olive in The Villages was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 23, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has The Ancient Olive in The Villages had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, The Ancient Olive in The Villages has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at The Ancient Olive in The Villages?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at The Ancient Olive in The Villages are: 7-201.11: Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 P; 4-302.12: Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf; 3-305.11: Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11.

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