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Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co

213 N Main Ave, Lake Placid, FL 33852
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co, the earliest from 2023. Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co was last inspected on Oct 20, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

“Establishment has no written procedures for employees” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Lake Placid restaurant scene, where the average is 82, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
90
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw meat over cheese in reach in freezer. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink: employee used the triple sink. Employee was educated on proper location. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed at location. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator is scheduled to take 10/31. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement, not all employees were able to sign by completion of inspection. Operator will have all others sign by next routine inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator placed at location. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
47
Apr 12, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer: chlorine.
16-36-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area at walk through in kitchen.
36-58-4
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co on file is from Oct 20, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co.

How does Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co compare to other restaurants in Lake Placid?

Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lake Placid average of 82.

Has Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bella Gusto Olive Oil Co is inspected around two times per year on average.

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