Ferraro's Italian Grille
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
41
Score
Ferraro's Italian Grille appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 23, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Ferraro's Italian Grille's latest score of 41 falls below the Parrish average of 81. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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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. Observed an employee handle his phone then handle a knife without washing their hands. Operator had them wash their hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles stored on top of a reach in freezer. Operator removed the bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed their dish machine at 0ppm chlorine. Operator placed a new sanitizer and retested to at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash their hands in the triple sink. Operator had them wash their hands in a proper sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the back prep hand sink used as a dump sink. Reviewed with the operator its proper use.
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed lime buildup inside the dish machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single service cups used as scoops. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the far left make table cutting board heavily grooved. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed the back prep hand sink without a sign.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple single service articles not inverted on the cook line. Operator inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
41
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine sanitizing at 0ppm. Owner primed machine and tested at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-49-4
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. Observed no written plan on site.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strips on site.
16-37-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards on 2 flip top cooles.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in walk in cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood vents.
23-03-4
61
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
86
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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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. Observed some employees expired 5/24. Owner will recertify.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle in kitchen. Owner labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and wall soiled in rear of kitchen. Observed ceiling vents/ tiles soiled. Wall beneath vents soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed single door flip top cutting board grooved.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid on 2 door flip top cooler rusted.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cheese stored on the floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on the floor. Owner moved off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
64
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine at 0ppm. Owner called company and set appointment for service. Owner set up 3 part sink to sanitize dishes until machine is repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-49-4
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. Observed some employees with no written plan.
11-26-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing/cracked thought out the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observe marinara sauce stored on the floor in walk-in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood vents over grill area soiled.
36-68-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Owner removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken cove base in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
61
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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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. No employee reporting forms in place. Inspector will email.
11-26-1
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. No clean up plan in place. Inspector will email.
11-27-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked floor tiles in dish room area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance interior of front ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized side of machine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing cove base to the left of walk-in cooler door.
36-03-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink on cutting board of flip top cooler. Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
67
Dec 29, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed expired CFM,Antonino Logrande, 5/19/17, Prometrics. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-22: Owner has training scheduled for the first week in December for managers and staff. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-29: Observed no current certified food manager certification on site. Observed training class in December cancelled by Florida Restaurant and Lodging. New class scheduled for early January. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked and broken floor tiles in dish room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-22: Observed cracked floor tiles in dish room. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-29: Observed floor tiles still missing and cracked. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ferraro's Italian Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ferraro's Italian Grille on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ferraro's Italian Grille?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ferraro's Italian Grille.
How does Ferraro's Italian Grille compare to other restaurants in Parrish?
Ferraro's Italian Grille most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Parrish average of 81.
Has Ferraro's Italian Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Ferraro's Italian Grille have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ferraro's Italian Grille 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 Ferraro's Italian Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ferraro's Italian Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.
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