Vino Simpatico

722 Pasadena Ave S, South Pasadena, FL 33707

Other

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Vino Simpatico, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average for South Pasadena sits at 64, putting Vino Simpatico on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Benjamin Buddemeyer 1/12/21, expired 1/12/26. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: Sole CFM for establishment is expired. **Time Extended**

53A-03-7

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**

16-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting board in kitchen stained and grooved **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**

14-09-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**

33-16-4

Mar 9, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Primed and ran several times but could not get a positive test on it. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to use for sanitizing until dish machine has been repaired and is testing at 50PPM. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

22-41-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Benjamin Buddemeyer 1/12/21, expired 1/12/26. **Warning**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - cutting board in kitchen stained and grooved **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

22-02-4

Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Primed and ran several times but could not get a positive test on it. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to use for sanitizing until dish machine has been repaired and is testing at 50PPM. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

16-55-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**

33-16-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting board in kitchen stained and grooved **Warning**

14-09-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**

16-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -license displayed expired Feb 1 2026 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

50-09-4

Jun 11, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler in kitchen is soiled with food buildup between cracks. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employee Michelle Rogers who do not engage in food preparation are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Will DBPR Form HR 5030-103.Food Employee Reporting Agreement.

11-26-1

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors next to tall refrigerator in kitchen.

23-03-4

Basic - Unisex bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.

32-02-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour stored in container on counter in kitchen not labeled. Operator labeled container flour. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. DBPR Food Service License not displayed.

50-09-4

May 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained in kitchen area.

22-02-4

Aug 19, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vino Simpatico last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vino Simpatico on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Vino Simpatico?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Vino Simpatico.

How does Vino Simpatico compare to other restaurants in South Pasadena?

Vino Simpatico most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the South Pasadena average of 64.

Has Vino Simpatico's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Vino Simpatico have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Vino Simpatico 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 Vino Simpatico inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Vino Simpatico is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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