Dear Olivia

7805 North University Drive, Parkland, FL 33067

American

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

High Risk

Dear Olivia appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 31, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

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

By comparison, the average Parkland facility scores 68, putting Dear Olivia on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Aug 21, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Test kit ordered **Time Extended**

16-37-1

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Test strips ordered. **Time Extended**

16-62-1

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Aug 20, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 3, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Mar 8, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.

27-16-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

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. Emailed. Form. 5040-103

11-26-1

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottles with chemicals not labeled

41-17-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employees must wash hands sign at hand wash sinks on waiter line missing.

31B-04-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Chef discarded drink **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Aug 2, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jun 14, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Aug 25, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards grooved throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-25: Observed same. **Time Extended**

14-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dear Olivia last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dear Olivia on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Dear Olivia compare to other restaurants in Parkland?

Dear Olivia most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Parkland average of 68.

Has Dear Olivia's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dear Olivia have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Dear Olivia 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 Dear Olivia inspected?

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

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