Las Costenitas

1214 E Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026

Score

High Risk

Las Costenitas appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 9, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to five violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Venice facility scores 79, putting Las Costenitas on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 9, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed rice in rice cooker and frozen cut meats in nonfood-grade bags.

14-15-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and chicken over ready to eat sauces and vegetables in reach-in cooler.

08A-05-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicharron pork belly meat, in hot holding unit at front counter tempting at 120° operator had left door on holding unit open for approximately 20 minutes. Operator turned up, heat on unit and closed door. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink at dishwasher area not accessible for employee use at all times.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Observed location has menu in English and Spanish, English side of menu states fresh juice where Spanish side states natural juice. The juice is made from a natural frozen fruit brand (Canoa mango, passion fruit, blackberry and soursop). Spoke with district office management and Administrative Complaint Request is issued **Admin Complaint** **Admin Complaint**

52-02-4

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in reach-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.

08A-20-5

Aug 30, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs, raw chicken and raw pork sausage over soup and vegetables in reach-in-cooler.

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed soup and marinated chicken and pork in reach-in-cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as pre employee statement, items were not properly date marked.

02C-02-5

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.

11-26-1

Mar 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Tylenol on shelf at back of kitchen over food and equipment. Observed operator move medication for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**

41-07-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in 78F standing water at cooks line.

10-07-4

Dec 28, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Las Costenitas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Las Costenitas on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Las Costenitas?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Las Costenitas.

How does Las Costenitas compare to other restaurants in Venice?

Las Costenitas most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 79.

Has Las Costenitas' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Las Costenitas have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Las Costenitas 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 Las Costenitas inspected?

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

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