Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel
Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025
43
Score
Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around five violations to closer to seven violations.
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Venice restaurants (averaging 78), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed improperly motored chemical spray bottles at cooks line and bar area. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled and stained. Observed gaskets on reach-in coolers soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed walk-in cooler hand wash sink at back of kitchen by ice machine blocked by boxes. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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 only one employee was able to provide proof for current training.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat 1-2-25 **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed cases cases floor under equipment at cooks line and shelves in walk-in cooler has buildup of food debris and soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at cooks line.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust on sides of cooks line equipment.
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, at cooks line
21-44-1
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters at wait staff beverage station not inverted or protected.
25-06-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor throughout kitchen has exposed unsealed concrete floor with paint sealer worn off. Repeat 1-2-25 **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
43
Jan 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over tub of dressing in front walk-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb by ice machine in back of kitchen.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut meats, portioned coleslaw, and fish prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, items were not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat 8-9-24 **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with out hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor throughout kitchen and walk-in-coolers is no longer sealed and paint is worn off to bare concrete.
36-02-5
58
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machines . Observed ice machines in back of kitchen and in storage room off outside bar both with buildup of mold-like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed em beverage at wait station area and end of cooks line.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under dishwasher machine.
36-73-4
Basic - Heavy ice buildup on floor in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed bottom of wall by dishwasher machine in disrepair. Operator stated that maintenance department is in pro of repairing wall
36-24-5
78
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-16: Observed old labels on clean pans by dishwasher area **Time Extended**
16-46-4
95
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
23
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at inside bar. Repeat 9-14-22 **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by ice machine. Observed operator replace towels. Repeat 9-14-22 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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 operator 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 operator employee health agreement **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed mashed potatoes, pasta and sliced cooked beef in Walk-in cooler and cooks line all made onsite more then 24hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 9-14-22 **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
55
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at wait station by coffee machine blocked with scoops in sink. Observed hand sink by ice machine in back storage block by empty buckets and hose. Observed hand sink at inside bar blocked by case of paper towels. Observed employees move items out of and away from sinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: Observed hand sink by ice machine in back of kitchen blocked but equipment and hose reel in front of sink. Hand sinks at indoor and outdoor block by equipment in sinks. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink by ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: Observed paper towels not set up at hand sink by ice machine in back of kitchen. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap by hand sink by ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: Observed soap not set up at hand sink by ice machine in back of kitchen. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting pans at shelf near 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: Observed wet nesting pans at clean pan rack by 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light by mop sink area in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: Observed light by mop sink area in disrepair. **Time Extended**
38-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel.
How does Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel compare to other restaurants in Venice?
Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 78.
Has Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel 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 Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hotel Venezia a Ramada Hotel is inspected around three times per year on average.
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