Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park
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5425 University Pkwy, University Park, FL 34201Part of: Carrabbas Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park accumulated 86 violations across 19 inspections between September 2022 and January 2026, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, slightly below Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least three inspections (August 2025, November 2023, September 2022), and chemical storage violations were cited in four inspections (January 2025, November 2023, May 2023, March 2021). Consumer advisory violations were documented in six inspections over the period. A fire safety violation was noted on May 22, 2023, when an inspector observed electrical wiring in disrepair and emergency lights hanging improperly. The most recent inspection on January 21, 2026 identified four violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park last inspected?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park had?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park find?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park ever been shut down?
- No, Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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.
- Has Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Carrabba's Italian Grill in University Park has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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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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