Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
27
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 12, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to seven violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “stored food not covered” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
By comparison, the average Plantation facility scores 77, putting Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
27
Oct 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
52
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw steak in reach in cooler across from 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 3 flying landing on bottles of spices and herb in kitchen next to low boy cooler. **Warning**
35A-02-6
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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used to portion flour in dry storage area. Owner voluntarily discarded flour. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth on prep table next to gyro machine. **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut cabbage stored uncovered in low boy cooler next to metal shelf at front counter. Employee covered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
58
May 22, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no training for Shoard A. As per owner, employee has been employed for over one month. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed proof of test appointment for later in day. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Person in charge/owner, Aysar F. with no proof of food manager certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed proof of appointment for test for later today. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
82
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - Deep freezer Observed opened bag of raw shrimp stored next to bags of pita bread. Owner removed and stored appropriately. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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 rice (115F - Hot Holding, reheated to 190F)
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - flip top cooler Observed turkish sauce (42-47F - Cold Holding). Item was packed above fill line. Employee removed top portion and placed in cooler to facilitate rapid cooling. Second temperature 42F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. - Next to beverage area Observed spray bottle containing sanitizing solution unlabeled. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Person in charge/owner, Aysar F. with no proof of food manager certificate. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit used to test chlorine concentration. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. Observed no training for Shoard A. As per owner, employee has been employed for over one month. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - Beverage area Observed ice machine with an accumulation of slim. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. - Storage area Observed rice stored on floor next to shelf. Owner removed and stored appropriately. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Storage area. Observed opened tub of floor in storage room next to kitchen. Owner covered item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
37
May 8, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine.
How does Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Plantation?
Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Plantation average of 77.
Has Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine 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 Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Olivo Mediterranean Cuisine is inspected around four times per year on average.
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