Holiday Inn Express Venice

380 Commercial Ct, Venice, FL 34292

American

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Holiday Inn Express Venice has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Holiday Inn Express Venice was last inspected on Apr 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.

“No soap provided at handwash sink in the kitchen” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average for Venice sits at 79, putting Holiday Inn Express Venice on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 12, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter packets (53F - Cold Holding) in the upright 2-door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the butter had been held for approximately 3.5 hours. The operator discarded the butter packets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed butter packets (53F - Cold Holding) in the upright 2-door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the butter had been held for approximately 3.5 hours. The operator discarded the butter packets. **Corrected On-Site**

01B-02-5

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-01-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic utensils stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

25-05-4

Nov 6, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

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

View 7 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Jan 5, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); cooked egg (53F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler. The operator stated the items were held outside of the cold holding unit for approximately 1 hour. The above food items were placed in the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

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 Tracie Medina ServSafe certification expired 10/16/2023.

53A-03-7

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

31B-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of lemons and oranges stored on the floor in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the above food products. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. On the area surrounding the juice dispensing nozzles soiled with a black mold like substance.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at the mop sink. The operator properly stored the wet mop. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Jul 19, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over ready to eat bagels and muffins. The operator properly stored the raw bacon. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in the kitchen. The operator provided the handwashing sink with soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples on the buffet line not individually wrapped. The operator removed the apples from the buffet line. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-15-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed lemons, pancake mix, and juice in plastic containers stored on the floor in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the above food products. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Dec 13, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty containers in hand wash sink in the kitchen. Operator removed the containers. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in the kitchen. Operator stocked soap at the hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris.

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black mold like substance behind nozzles of the juice machine in the lobby.

23-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of pancake mix stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Holiday Inn Express Venice last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Holiday Inn Express Venice on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Holiday Inn Express Venice?

Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink in the kitchen” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Holiday Inn Express Venice.

How does Holiday Inn Express Venice compare to other restaurants in Venice?

Holiday Inn Express Venice most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Venice average of 79.

Has Holiday Inn Express Venice's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Holiday Inn Express Venice have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Holiday Inn Express Venice 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 Holiday Inn Express Venice inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Holiday Inn Express Venice is inspected around two times per year on average.

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