Villa Sorrento

2808 10 St W, Palmetto, FL 34221

Italian

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Villa Sorrento, the earliest from 2023. On Mar 31, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 83, which Villa Sorrento's 78 doesn't quite reach. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen fish stored in non food grade bag in walk in Freezer.

14-31-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pan of frozen fish stored on floor of walk in Freezer.

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Sep 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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 milk container was opened on 9/22/25.educated Person in charge on date marking.Person in charge date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.observed no chemical test strips for dishwasher.

16-37-1

Basic - Multiple boxes of Food stored on floor in walk-in freezer.Person in charge stated there were no deliveries today and removed all from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer

14-69-4

Mar 27, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with red liquid in it. Chef labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on shelf next to clean dishes. Chef moved phone. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Nov 13, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Feb 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Advil on shelf above food prep table. Owner removed. **Corrected On-Site**

41-07-4

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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 employees with expired food handler training.

53B-14-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed kitchen microwave oven door handle broken. Observed gasket torn on single door reach in.

14-11-5

Oct 19, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid in it. Owner labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

11-26-1

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour bin with no label. Observed squeeze bottles not labeled at server station reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

02D-01-5

Jun 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Mar 22, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream and ricotta cheese out on food line at 60F temperature. Operator stated products had only been out about an hour. Operator moved cheese and cream to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired after 60 day deadline. Owner renewed license while at restaurant and website verified license is current but inspector couldn't verify in system. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

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. Observed no clean up plan in place. Inspector will email.

11-27-4

11-26-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Villa Sorrento last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Villa Sorrento on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Villa Sorrento?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Villa Sorrento.

How does Villa Sorrento compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?

Villa Sorrento most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Palmetto average of 83.

Has Villa Sorrento's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Villa Sorrento have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Villa Sorrento means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Villa Sorrento inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Villa Sorrento is inspected around three times per year on average.

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