Marola's Italian

929 N University Dr, Coral Springs, FL 33071
Italian
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
21
Score
High Risk

Going back to 2022, Marola's Italian has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Feb 18, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to three violations before.

That's lower than the typical Coral Springs restaurant, which scores around 77. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
21
Nov 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in bulk container of sugar. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-21: Observed same **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield missing in kitchen above hand wash sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-21: Observed same **Time Extended**
38-07-4
90
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
25
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. No light shield over hand wash sink in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-02: Obse4ed same **Time Extended**
38-07-4
95
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food Raw beef in freezer in commercial plastic bag **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Single door freezer frozen beef stored on top of ready to eat wonton wrappers **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen flip top; chicken dumplings (55F - Cold Holding); beef dumplings (54F - Cold Holding); 2 door glass front; raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding). Per operator foods not portioned or prepared today. In unit less than 4hrs. Operator placed all food in reach in freezers for quick chill **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in kitchen **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling a pitcher of water from hand wash sink operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water in boba flip top 44F **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. No light shield over hand wash sink in kitchen **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened canned sodas in single door glass front cooler **Warning**
12B-13-4
45
Sep 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
95
May 8, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 23, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink in kitchen **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain time/temperature control for safety food at proper temperatures. There are 3 coolers 2 of which are broken and not working **Warning**
04-02-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink in Kitchen **Warning**
31B-04-4
74
Feb 8, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator fixed. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
82
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil stored on floor. Chef moved off floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety flour not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Working containers of flour and sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marola's Italian last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marola's Italian on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

How does Marola's Italian compare to other restaurants in Coral Springs?

Marola's Italian most recently scored 21 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Springs average of 77.

Has Marola's Italian's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Marola's Italian have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Marola's Italian 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 Marola's Italian inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Marola's Italian is inspected around three times per year on average.