Casa Calabria

4040 Galt Ocean Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Italian

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Casa Calabria stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

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

“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Casa Calabria's latest score of 47 falls below the Fort Lauderdale average of 80. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Sep 24, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

May 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by a metal shelving rack. -Ware washing station -Main cook line Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

16-46-4

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. -From dish machine.

29-03-4

Feb 12, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jun 11, 2024

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cookline hand sink. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Cookline hand sink. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

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. Provided handout to operator **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Magnetic knife rack in prep area visibly soiled.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cookline hand sink blocked by trash can and prep table. Dish machine area Handsink blocked by shelving and items. Operator made all sinks accessible. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

51-13-4

Feb 7, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 5, 2024

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen - silver whirlpool - cooked rice (51F); meatballs (49F); raw shrimp (50F); soup (61F); cooked beef (60F). Per operator items were prepared on previous day and held in unit overnight - over 4 hours. No items prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. **Warning**

01B-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Right cookline flip top - raw seafood stored over ready to eat pasta. **Warning**

08A-13-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen - silver whirlpool - cooked rice (51F); meatballs (49F); raw shrimp (50F); soup (61F); cooked beef (60F). Per operator items were prepared on previous day and held in unit overnight - over 4 hours. No items prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat soup in silver whirlpool unit. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bar soda gun **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Drain blocked. Plumber on site making repair. **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Some Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

01C-03-4

Basic - Ice buildup in white dessert reach-in freezer. **Warning**

14-69-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**

16-21-4

Jun 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Nov 21, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Casa Calabria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Casa Calabria on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Casa Calabria?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Casa Calabria.

How does Casa Calabria compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Casa Calabria most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Casa Calabria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Casa Calabria have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Casa Calabria 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 Casa Calabria inspected?

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

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