Ciao Gelato

317 A W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Italian

Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Ciao Gelato, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 18, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.

By comparison, the average Venice facility scores 78, putting Ciao Gelato on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 5 major violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed open container of ricotta cheese not properly date marked with mold-like substance growing in it. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items. **Corrected On-Site**

01B-07-4

High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed signs of mop, water being dumped outside upon checking with employee, employee stated that is where they dump them up water as mop sink is blocked and full of miscellaneous items.

28-14-5

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink. Observed an establishment is using ammonia base sanitizer, but currently has chlorine based test strips.

16-32-5

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee on duty Ellie Solovyev employed more then 60 days.

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Email operator Big 6 food borne illnesses poster DBPR HR Form 5030-165.

11-07-5

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.

11-05-4

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. Observed raw open tub of ricotta cheese in reach-in cooler employee stated the commercial items listed above had been opened more than 24 hours prior.

02C-03-5

Mar 11, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 17, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 17, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles over cans of soda end of front counter.

41-10-4

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. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 **Corrective Action Taken**

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. Email operater Employee Health Agreement **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on work counter. Observed employee move beverage to lower shelf away from food and equipment. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Aug 2, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Near 3 compartment sink observed operator label bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not covered or inverted at front counter. Observed operator cover filters. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ciao Gelato last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ciao Gelato on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Ciao Gelato compare to other restaurants in Venice?

Ciao Gelato most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 78.

Has Ciao Gelato's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Ciao Gelato have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ciao Gelato means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Ciao Gelato inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ciao Gelato is inspected around two times per year on average.

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