Romero's Tuscany by the Sea
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
52
Score
Across the available record, Romero's Tuscany by the Sea has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Nov 17, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “ready-to-eat”, which has been cited three times.
By comparison, the average Flagler Beach facility scores 75, putting Romero's Tuscany by the Sea on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At front spray bottle not labeled. Person in charge labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink was blocked by trash can. Person in charge moved trash can. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Roasted garlic made 2 days ago not dated. Person in charge dated. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles at bar are soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Bottled water in cooler next to food. Person in charge removed drink. Open cup on counter. Person in charge moved cup. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-14-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in between reach in cooler and prep table. Person in charge moved knife. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Handles not smooth and easily cleanable. Wrapped at bottom with electrical tape.
14-47-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Seafood(calamari) thawing at room temperature. Person in charge placed in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Wiping cloth sanitizer on floor. Person in charge moved bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
52
Jul 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Milk opened yesterday not dated. Person in charge dated. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 4 unlabeled spray bottles. Person in charge labeled spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease on floor underneath fryer.
36-01-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in between reach in cooler and table. Person in charge removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle laying in salt. Person in charge removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
70
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer has debris on underside of blade.
22-02-4
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. Half and half not dated. Person in charge dated. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice plate has black mold like substance on it.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board in back is grooved.
14-09-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. On reach in freezer. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-71-4
70
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
86
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw veal over broccoli. Person in charge moved veal to store properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler; sausage 53F; ( - Cold Holding). Sausage was above the fill line. Person in charge placed in freezer. 2nd temperature was 43F. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Damp wiping cloth under cutting board. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on shelf with canned goods. Person in charge removed phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Person in charge removed drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
64
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer; raw chicken over raw fish. Person in charge moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener is soiled. Person in charge removed and placed in dish. **Corrective Action Taken**
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. Ground beef in reach in cooler not dated. Also, 1/2&1/2 not dated. Person in charge dated all. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in soda box cabinet. Person in charge disposed of dead roach. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in between make tables. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Person in charge removed cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
61
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Heavy cream sitting on counter 70F. Person in charge discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Heavy cream sitting on counter 70F. Person in charge discarded. *
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cheese, pasta not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mold inside ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup used to scoop pasta. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle laying in flour. Person in charge removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water 110F. Person in charge reheated to 135F. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cook line is soiled with food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at hand washing sink in back. Person in charge replaced sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Romero's Tuscany by the Sea last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Romero's Tuscany by the Sea on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Romero's Tuscany by the Sea?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Romero's Tuscany by the Sea.
How does Romero's Tuscany by the Sea compare to other restaurants in Flagler Beach?
Romero's Tuscany by the Sea most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Flagler Beach average of 75.
Has Romero's Tuscany by the Sea's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Romero's Tuscany by the Sea have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Romero's Tuscany by the Sea 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 Romero's Tuscany by the Sea inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Romero's Tuscany by the Sea is inspected around two times per year on average.
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