Venice — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Venice, Florida has 291 food establishments with 3,778 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 90.5%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 4.7 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Brewburgers in Venice on August 28, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valenti Restaurant | 32 | 391 | 3 |
| T J Carney's | 29 | 328 | 3 |
| Soda Fountain | 31 | 198 | 2 |
| Patches Restaurant | 33 | 286 | 1 |
| Italiano's | 29 | 238 | 1 |
Venice Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Venice
90.5%
Pass Rate
90.5%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
Venice
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Venice
0.69
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.69
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Venice Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wendy's | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| T J Carney's | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Valenti Restaurant | 19 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Canton Chinese Restaurant | 14 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Living Room | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Baiyoke Thai Bistro | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Fuji Sushi Hibachi Noodles | 10 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Irma's Tacos Craft Beer and Tequila Bar | 9 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tarpon Point Grill & Marina | 9 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Local Spot 941 | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Venice Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 19,049 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 17,872 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 16,678 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 15,548 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 15,364 |
Venice Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2025 | Brewburgers | $800 | 7--2025059019 |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Valenti Restaurant | $800 | 7--2025066763 |
| Mar 4, 2026 | Metro Diner | $800 | 7--2026011794 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Italiano's | $440 | 7--2025055840 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Pokehub | $400 | 7--2026012889 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Las Costenitas Latin Market | $400 | 7--2026021612 |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Perkins Restaurant | $400 | 7--2025086165 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | T J Carney's | $400 | 7--2026020316 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Peach's Restaurant | $400 | 7--2025069923 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Louie's Bistro | $400 | 7--2025062367 |
Venice Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 24 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 9 |
| Other fire safety violation | 6 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 5 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 3 |
Venice Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Venice has 82 FDACS-regulated facilities with 174 inspections on record and 7 stop-sale orders issued.
Venice FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7-eleven-store-38665a-shreeji-paras-2-INC-394261 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| 7-eleven-store-38665a-shreeji-paras-2-INC-394261 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| Starbucks # 9976 Establishment #: 315045 | Service Area Ice Bin Against Wall Under Teas (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… | |
| Starbucks # 9976 Establishment #: 315045 | Service Area Ice Bin Against Wall Under Teas (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment." Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… | |
| 7-eleven-19194a-383570 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| 7-eleven-19194a-383570 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| 7-eleven-19194a-383570 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… |
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Venice FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Venice Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven | 8 | 84 | 2,422 |
| Publix | 3 | 30 | 875 |
| Dollar General | 2 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Shell | 2 | 152 | 1,169 |
| Aldi | 2 | 2 | 310 |
| Starbucks | 2 | 77 | 1,170 |
| Wawa | 2 | 14 | 430 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 13 | 347 |
Venice: Notable Restaurants
Valenti Restaurant
32 inspections
391 violations
3 closures
T J Carney's
29 inspections
328 violations
3 closures
Soda Fountain
31 inspections
198 violations
2 closures
Patches Restaurant
33 inspections
286 violations
1 closures
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill
32 inspections
177 violations
Wendy's
25 inspections
48 violations
Venice: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 5 | 281 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 4 | 164 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 2 | 87 | 0 |
| Arbys | 2 | 100 | 0 |
| Wendys | 2 | 78 | 0 |
| Culvers | 2 | 102 | 0 |
| Hampton Inn | 1 | 43 | 0 |
| Panera Bread | 1 | 59 | 0 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 1 | 19 | 0 |
| Bob Evans | 1 | 155 | 0 |
Venice Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Venice?
- Venice, Florida has 291 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Venice?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Venice is 90.5%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Venice this year?
- 2 food establishments in Venice have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Venice?
- The most frequently cited violations in Venice are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Venice?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Venice with 5 establishments.
- How does Venice compare to the Florida state average?
- Venice has a pass rate of 90.5%, which is 4.6 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.7 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Venice?
- Food establishments in Venice have an average of 13 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Venice been assessed?
- Food establishments in Venice have been assessed $55,925 in fines across 136 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $414 and the largest single fine was $2,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Venice restaurants?
- 47 fire safety violations have been documented across 30 food establishments in Venice. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Venice inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Venice, Florida has 82 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 174 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Venice?
- FDACS has issued 7 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Venice. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Venice Restaurants & Food Establishments (289)
Publix # 0802 FDACS Retail
535 Tamiami Trl, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketChevron Food and Gas FDACS Retail
110 Pointe Loop Dr, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceTri-healthy Establishment #: 395284 FDACS Retail
248 Tampa Ave W Unit 13A, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store Inspected By: SCOTT RAPRAGERThe Lemonade Express FDACS Retail
436 Hazelwood RD, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorCircle K #7323 FDACS Retail
225 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSFirst and Ten Mobile FDACS Retail
102 James St nit A40, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)First and Ten LLC FDACS Retail
102 James ST Unit A40, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · 224/Dry StorageKilwin's of Venice FDACS Retail
207 W Venice Ave, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Confections Processor/RetailerVenice Ave Bistro LLC FDACS Retail
203 Miami Ave W, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food ShopsDive Bar Nutrition INC FDACS Retail
159 Progress Cir, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Other Non Perishable ProcessorFive Below #6284 FDACS Retail
4127 S Tamiami Trl # 1, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFSpeedway # 6526 FDACS Retail
350 Commercial CT, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS7-eleven Store #38283b ¿ Vvm 24 INC. FDACS Retail
116 Tamiami Trl N, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSVenice Shell FDACS Retail
4300 Tamiami Trl S, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceBlack Gold Coffee Roasters FDACS Retail
2385 E Venice Ave, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops7-eleven Store #382194 Establishment #: 388932 FDACS Retail
705 Commerce Dr, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS Inspected By: SCOTT RAPRAGERAlina's Sourdough Bread Cottage (mobile) FDACS Retail
20349 Concerto PL, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)Abondanza Italian Deli LLC FDACS Retail
200 Tamiami Trl S, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftMurphy Usa # 7224 FDACS Retail
4140 Tamiami Trl S, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food ServiceRoman Italian Bakery FDACS Retail
855 US Highway 41 Byp S, Venice
FDACS Retail Food · Wholesale Bakery