Cafe Vico
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Cafe Vico has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 11, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average is 80, putting Cafe Vico squarely in typical territory. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwash sink next to dishwashing area. Operator replaced paper towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar
31B-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling above cookline.
36-37-5
82
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cookline - left to right - #3 - Raw fish stored over ready to eat capers. Sub zero - raw bacon stored over ready to eat cheese. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dish employee touched dirty dishes then picked up clean dishes without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-29-4
Intermediate - Clams tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Operator tagged supply. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-10-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Bar hand sink water 80F.
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
55
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At salad station flip top cooler, fresh mozzarella (45F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated held less than two hours. Employee put items on ice to chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At bar area, ice machine has accumulated of mold like substance . Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At bar, ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
78
Oct 18, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic degreaser substance not labeled. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse spoon in hand washing sink on cook line. Observed spoon in hand washing sink. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with flour. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on prep table on cook line. Operator placed on lower shelf.
21-44-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Working containers of salt removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense semolina and breadcrumbs. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
67
May 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cookline reach in - raw fish stored over ready to eat tomatoes. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. Bottle of wine and can soda in bar drink ice. Operator cleaned bin and replaced ice. See stop sale.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. Bottle of wine and can soda in bar drink ice. Operator cleaned bin and replaced ice. See stop sale.
08B-56-4
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 handout to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bar soda guns. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Beef carpaccio. Operator updated menus during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-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. 3 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
11-26-1
43
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
90
Dec 2, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-2
High Priority - Raw smoked salmon stored over vegetables in glass door reach in. Reviewed proper refrigerator storage procedures and operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator added chlorine - chlorine 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Vico last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Vico on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Vico?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe Vico.
How does Cafe Vico compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Cafe Vico most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Cafe Vico's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe Vico have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cafe Vico 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 Cafe Vico inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Vico is inspected around two times per year on average.
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