Julian's Little Italy
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
52
Score
Across the available record, Julian's Little Italy has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.
By comparison, the average Dunedin facility scores 75, putting Julian's Little Italy on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In vertical cooler in back area - shell eggs above cooked pasta. Unwashed produce above cooked pasta, operator rearranged cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary ammonium > 400 ppm, operator added water, corrected to 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-18-4
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. Manager on duty could not list Food borne illnesses, we discussed Big G Illnesses, symptoms and prevention. **Warning**
11-07-5
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Small white cutting board on top of cooler on cook line stained operator brought out new board. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Plastic cup with straw on top of reach in freezer, operator rearranged moved to other shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
52
Jan 16, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Alexander Fernandez expired 8-13-25
53B-05-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on cook line has deep grooves
14-09-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet leaking to hand wash sink near back door.
29-08-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Fish being thawed in prep sink, no cool water running. Operator turned on cold water to have proper thawing.
06-01-5
78
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
74
Nov 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. wedding soup 51f, wedding soup 49f, made on 11/24/2024 missed cooling window. Items to be discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. wedding soup 51f, wedding soup 49f, made on 11/24/2024 missed cooling window. Items to be discarded.
03D-02-5
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. Ran 4 cycles, sanitizer is not being dispensed into machine.
22-41-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
61
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
74
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
95
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-15: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-15: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
82
Jun 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
45
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Julian's Little Italy last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Julian's Little Italy on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
How does Julian's Little Italy compare to other restaurants in Dunedin?
Julian's Little Italy most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Dunedin average of 75.
Has Julian's Little Italy's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Julian's Little Italy have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Julian's Little Italy 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 Julian's Little Italy inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Julian's Little Italy is inspected around three times per year on average.
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