Lucarellis Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2025
50
Score
Inspectors have visited Lucarellis Restaurant seven times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 3, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
“Ready-to-eat” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
By comparison, the average Venice facility scores 78, putting Lucarellis Restaurant on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork no longer commercially packed over ready to eat foods in reach-in freezer.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb at outside mop sink area.
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cooked raw shell eggs and raw beef steak over ready to eat foods in walk-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 lasagna and pasta in reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior , and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
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
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
50
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
Oct 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on counter next to equipment. Operator moved bottle for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Observed tubs of pasta and sauce stored on floor in Walk-in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed employee remove wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
78
May 16, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 8 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 5 lbs of salmon and 3 lbs of red snapper in reach-in cooler at end of cooks line in reduced oxygen packaging dated 3 days prior. Operator stated that it was package onsite fresh and was not frozen during the process. Observed employee voluntarily dispose of fish. Observed 10 lbs of fresh mussels at cooks line without shell stock tag. Operator stated tag had been accidentally thrown away. Mussels were stop sale and operator voluntarily disposed of mussels. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed container of butter at cooks line and container of butter patties at wait station both not time marked. Operator stated butter was removed from refrigerator 1 hour prior and correctly marked time on all items. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed 5 lbs of salmon and 3 lbs of red snapper in reach-in cooler at end of cooks line in reduced oxygen packaging dated 3 days prior. Operator stated that it was package onsite fresh and was not frozen during the process. Observed employee voluntarily dispose of fish. **Corrected On-Site**
03G-04-5
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed 10 lbs of fresh mussels at cooks line without shell stock tag. Operator stated tag had been accidentally thrown away. Mussels were stop sale and operator voluntarily disposed of mussels. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-01-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment does not have a written plan for using time as a control. Email operator time as a control sheets. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
14-14-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at prep table. Observed operator label bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed beef steak in reduced oxygen packaging done onsite. Beef was date marked today but establishment does not have an approved HACCP plan.
03G-50-1
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. Emailed operator Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at Salad station soiled.
22-02-4
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. Emailed operator Employee Health Agreement **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Cutting board at Salad station has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment at Salad station. Observed employee remove knives **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
26
Nov 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed packages of anti-biotic cream on shelf above steam table at cooks line. Observed operator remove packages. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed some tag not date marked.Repeat 6-14-22 **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed sliced deli meat in salad reach-in cooler that had been opened and cut more then 24hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with buildup of food debris. Observed operator remove and wash can opener. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna and pasta in Walk-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent above cooks area with buildup of grease and dust.
36-34-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lucarellis Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lucarellis Restaurant on file is from Apr 3, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lucarellis Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lucarellis Restaurant.
How does Lucarellis Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Venice?
Lucarellis Restaurant most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 78.
Has Lucarellis Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Lucarellis Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lucarellis Restaurant 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 Lucarellis Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lucarellis Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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