AVE MARIA RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE

Name: AVE MARIA RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
Address: 1410 FL 436, CASSELBERRY, FL, 32707, US
Rating: 60.3

1410 FL 436, CASSELBERRY, FL 32707

License #6905080

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60.3 Grade F / 100

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AVE MARIA RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE in CASSELBERRY currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 60.3 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 24, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 33 total violations — 2 critical, 8 major, 23 minor.

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The latest inspection on April 24, 2026 shows 20 observation rows: 2 critical, 6 major, and 12 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter added, vacuum breaker above splitter. Needs to be placed on hose side of splitter
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar ice bin Operator removed
[11-26-1] 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. Gave operator a copy and all employees working filled out
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front counter bar
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves in oven cook line
[24-07-4] Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean pots under table across from mop sink Operator removed
[31B-06-4] Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Kitchen Operator put some at sink
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout entire kitchen
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Cases of plantain and limes in walk in cooler
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Mens and womens restroom
[06-09-1] 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. Thawing in package. Item still frozen Operator removed from packaging
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pan of raw shrimp over pan of cooked shrimp bottom make table
[53B-13-5] 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. Only one employee on staff has certification
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing tuna in tub of water not running water Operator turned on water
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing is date marked
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Next to 2 compartment sink bar
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean plates and bowls on dish rack
[29-18-4] Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink Operator covered
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board small make table Inside fryer closest to wall

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