Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
70
Score
Inspectors have visited Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli eight times, with records going back to 2022. Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli was last inspected on Feb 24, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
“Equipment in poor repair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
By comparison, the average Melbourne facility scores 84, putting Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Sink in kitchen. Handle stripped
27-16-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket 2 door reach in cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle in sugar **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water handle stripped can't turn on or off
29-08-4
70
Oct 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw ground beef **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Triple sink sanitizer solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Chlorine 400+. Corrected to 75ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened yesterday **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket of water in sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket reach 2 door reach in cooler
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket reach in cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
47
Dec 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Whipping cream opened yesterday **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Make table **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-13-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar. Powdered sugar flour **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
82
Jun 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly in kitchen Next unannounced inspection per Randy
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Opened waters in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened water in freezer
12B-13-4
70
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta 2 door reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Tricia and Bruce
53B-14-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Small make table not working
14-11-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
61
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
78
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Meatballs hot holding at 125f, reheated to 165 **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle with purple liquid **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo containers stored on the floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Handle broken on deli case.
14-11-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Meat sauce, in grab and go freezer.
02D-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving in back prep area, walls with build up of dust/food debris. Outside of grab and go case freezer case, and refrigerators. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli.
How does Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cerrato's Italian Market and Deli is inspected around two times per year on average.
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