T J Carney's in Venice

Last inspected:

231 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 342852002
Overview

T J Carney's in Venice has been emergency-closed three times, including for rodent activity on March 23, 2026, roach and fly activity on May 3, 2022, and roach activity on January 7, 2016. The facility has accumulated 311 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.5 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 6 of the past 8 inspections, food contact surface violations in at least 4, and consumer advisory violations in 3. The facility has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $3,700 in fines and incurred fire safety violations for cooking equipment with no hood suppression system. Most recently, an emergency closure was recommended on March 23, 2026 after an inspection documented 28 violations including four high-priority violations (employee health policy, allergen awareness, consumer advisory, and food contact surfaces); a callback inspection on March 24, 2026 resulted in six additional violations and compliance disposition.

Most recent closure: March 23, 2026 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
311Violations
3Closures
2Fire
$4,100in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

T J Carney's in Venice: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 11.5 violations / inspection 11.5 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 3 emergency closures 3 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

T J Carney's in Venice: Emergency Closure History (3)

Emergency closure history for T J Carney's in Venice
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 11:09:00
Roach & fly activity 16:53:00
Roach activity 10:41:00

T J Carney's in Venice: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)

Total fines on record: $4,100.00

Disciplinary action history for T J Carney's in Venice
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2026020316 $400.00 Mar 23, 2026 Fort Lauderdale
7--2022022069 $400.00 May 3, 2022 Fort Lauderdale
7--2016001344 $2,500.00 Jan 7, 2016 Fort Lauderdale
7--2015050257 $800.00 Nov 16, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

T J Carney's in Venice: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-02-06: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Volerath George Forman like grill build up of grease on machine and wall behind machine. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-20: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Volerath George Forman like grill build up of grease on machine and wall behind machine.

T J Carney's in Venice: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections29 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection15 violations · 11 high priority
— 4 inspections34 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

T J Carney's in Venice: Frequently Asked Questions

When was T J Carney's in Venice last inspected?
T J Carney's in Venice was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 24, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
When was T J Carney's in Venice last shut down?
T J Carney's in Venice was last shut down on March 23, 2026 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at T J Carney's in Venice?
The most frequently cited violations at T J Carney's in Venice are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has T J Carney's in Venice had?
T J Carney's in Venice has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of T J Carney's in Venice find?
T J Carney's in Venice was most recently inspected on March 24, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
Has T J Carney's in Venice ever been shut down?
Yes, T J Carney's in Venice has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has T J Carney's in Venice had any fire safety violations?
Yes, T J Carney's in Venice has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has T J Carney's in Venice faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, T J Carney's in Venice has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $4,100.00 in fines.
How much has T J Carney's in Venice been fined?
T J Carney's in Venice has been fined a total of $4,100.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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