L'olive
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025
58
Score
L'olive appears in inspection records 14 times, starting in 2022. L'olive was last inspected on Dec 5, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around seven violations compared to roughly nine violations earlier on.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
L'olive's latest score of 58 falls below the Venice average of 79. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
14
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee dried hands on apron after washing. The employee was educated on proper handwashing procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-18-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-20-4
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check chlorine sanitizer. **Repeat Violation**
16-36-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed forks stored with the food contact surface up on the server expo line. The operator properly stored the forks. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
Basic - Single-service coffee filters not stored inverted or protected from contamination. The operator properly stored the filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
58
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles of glass cleaner stored with bottles of wine behind the bar. The operator properly stored the spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked gyro meat (50F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the gyro meat had been held for approximately 1 hour. The operator placed the gyro meat in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground lamb stored over raw fish in the walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw animal foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over French fries in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw shrimp. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal container being filled with water in the hand sink at the entrances to the kitchen. The operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chlorine chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
16-36-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lamb prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date marking. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a plastic container with personal belongings stored on top of bagged chocolate chips on a storage rack. The operator proctored the personal belongings. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
37
Dec 26, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over fish and lamb in walk-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Repeat 12-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lamb, chicken fish and pasta in walk-in-cooler and reach-in-freezer prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, items were not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
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. Repeat 12-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
53B-14-5
Basic - Whisk utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at clean dish rack at 3 compartment sink.
24-18-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid on shared dumpster. Repeat 12-19-24
33-16-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat 12-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
55
Dec 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed an employee dry hands with a soiled table linen.
12A-18-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over tzatziki sauce in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-02-5
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use utensils stored in 86F standing water. The operator placed the utensils in the steam well. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a food preparation table near the service window. The employee properly stored the cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Open shared dumpster lid.
33-16-4
50
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (49F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler near the service window. The operator stated the lettuce has been held for approximately 2 hours. The operator moved the lettuce to the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor behind the front counter.
21-38-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together on the cook line. The operator discarded the solution and refilled with chlorine sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic hinged to go boxes stored on the floor in the dry storage area. The operator properly stored the to go boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
74
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over cooked potatoes in the walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored over french fries in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Open food re-served to customers. Observed water bottles placed on tables for consumption being refilled without cleaning and sanitation.
07-06-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed an employee use a cell phone then put on gloves without washing hands then handle a clean ice cream scoop. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
12A-07-5
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 the dishmachine not dispensing chlorine sanitizer. The operator set up the three compartment sink for warewashing. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-49-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tzatziki sauce (46F - Cold Holding); grape leaves stuffed with rice (46F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler near the service window. The operator stated the above food items have been held for approximately 3 hours. The operator moved the foods to another cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed an employee handle dirty dishes then handle a clean water bottle without washing hands.
12A-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed the chlorine test kit expired 3/2023.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee shirt stored hanging near packaging foods in the dry storage area. The operator properly stored the employee personal belonging. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop handle for cooked rice in the walk in cooler not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use ice cream scoop stored in 77F standing water. The operator removed the scoops from the standing water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
21
Dec 7, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Oct 6, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Observed no proof of employee training. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
90
Oct 5, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches behind a chest freezer in the kitchen. The operator cleaned up the dead roaches. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed 3 live roaches near the reach in chest freezer in the kitchen. The operator killed and removed the roaches from the kitchen. The operator cleaned and sanitized the area. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
86
Oct 2, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of cleaner stored near wine bottles at the front counter. The operator properly stored the cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed the paper towel dispenser near the three compartment sink unable to dispense paper towels. **Repeat Violation**
31B-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawed branzino not removed from reduced oxygen packaging with label indicating to remove from packaging prior to thawing.
06-09-1
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches behind a chest freezer in the kitchen. The operator cleaned up the dead roaches. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-03-4
64
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
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 chlorine sanitizer for the dishmachine at 0ppm. The sanitizer was empty. The operator filled the three compartment sink for proper sanitizing until the dishmachine sanitizer could be refilled. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over ready to eat potatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over raw shrimp in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw ground beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of cough syrup stored on the same shelf as spices in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the cough syrup. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels near the three compartment sink due to dead batteries. The operator provided the handwashing sink with paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap due to dead batteries. The operator provided soap to the handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-06-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on the cook line. The operator properly stored the wet wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at the front line. The operator removed the wet cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in-use tongs stored hanging from the oven door. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jugs of oil stored on the floor in the back of the kitchen. The operator properly stored the oil. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
35
Apr 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of advil stored on a shelf next to food at the front counter. Operator properly stored the medicine. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over ready to eat cooked gyro meat in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator properly stored the raw salmon. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed digital thermometer with low battery not able to take accurate temperatures.
05-07-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the handwashing sink in the dish area. Operator provided the hand sink with soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils stored in standing water at 81F. Operator removed the utensils from the water and properly sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed spoon handle not stored above cherry relish in the reach in cooler at the front counter. Operator removed the spoon from the relish. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored hanging on the oven door in the cook line. Operator stored the tongs in hot water on the stove. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
52
Feb 22, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two chemical spray bottles hanging from the handwashing sink at the bar. Operator properly stored the spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over raw fish in the walk in cooler. Operator properly stored the raw food products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops stored over ready to eat butter in the walk in cooler. Operator properly stored the raw scallops. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels in the bar area. Operator fixed the paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys and cigarettes stored on a shelf above a prep table in the kitchen. Operator properly stored the personal items. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on a hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs on hanging in oven door on the cook line. Operator removed the tongs and placed in the dish area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single use to go utensils stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Operator properly stored the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
47
Aug 3, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken broth holding at 119F. Chef said it had been holding for 30 mins. Chef heated the broth to 193F on stove. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw lamb stored over RTE pita bread. Manager moved raw meat underneath pita bread. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored in dish area near clean dishes. Manager moved medicine to separate area **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil and soda stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager removed items from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Chef removed, cleaned and stored tongs in appropriate area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was L'olive last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at L'olive on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at L'olive?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at L'olive.
How does L'olive compare to other restaurants in Venice?
L'olive most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 79.
Has L'olive's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at L'olive have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at L'olive means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is L'olive inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, L'olive is inspected around four times per year on average.
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