Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery
Last inspected: Nov 7, 2025
45
Score
Inspectors have visited Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery nine times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 7, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control”, which has been cited two times.
Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery's latest score of 45 falls below the Venice average of 79. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 7, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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 tray shell eggs on counter at cooks line no time marked. Employee stated stated eggs were taken out 30 minutes prior, he then marked the time on them. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
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 cheese and ham in reach-in cooler employee stated the commercial items listed above had been opened more than 24 hours prior, then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at back of kitchen.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at back of kitchen.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken, quiche, cooked vegetables and sliced mushrooms in reach-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
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor in kitchen has paint worn off and is no longer sealed.
36-02-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in upstairs storage area.
36-73-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service item stored on floor in upstairs storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Upstairs reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues
22-16-4
45
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Observed utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up in bus tubs und ovens.
24-18-4
82
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed soups in upstairs reach-in-freezer in reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Repeat 9-12-32 **Repeat Violation**
03G-06-5
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on counter at cooks line.
21-44-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed soups in upstairs reach-in-freezer packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Repeat 9-12-23 **Repeat Violation**
03G-54-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working containers of flour and sugar not labeled. Observed operator label containers. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating at prep table in kitchen. Repeat 9-12-23
12B-02-4
74
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
90
Mar 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket of chemical sanitizer on counter at front service area. Observed employee move bucket to lower shelf under cabinet. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. Email operator Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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. Email operator EMPloyee Health Agreement **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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 at cooks line make table.
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of potatoes stored on floor under prep table. Observed tub of chicken thawing in standing water on floor at cooks line. Observed operator move all items to proper storage. Repeat 10-20-22 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed soups in reduced oxygen packages held for more then 48hours,establishment does not have HACCP plan. Repeat 10-20-22 **Repeat Violation**
03G-54-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed tub of chicken in standing water on floor at cooks line. Observed employee remove chicken from tub and place on sheet pan in bottom of reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
58
Oct 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
64
Jul 26, 2022
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
95
Jul 15, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery on file is from Nov 7, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery.
How does Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery compare to other restaurants in Venice?
Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 79.
Has Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery 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 Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery is inspected around three times per year on average.
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