Kisses From Italy
Last inspected: Sep 19, 2025
64
Score
Going back to 2023, Kisses From Italy has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Sep 19, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
Kisses From Italy's latest score of 64 falls below the Fort Lauderdale average of 80. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 19, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
64
Jun 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Cookline flip top - Raw beef burgers stored over ready-to-eat sauces. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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. Front counter - milk - per operator opened 2 days ago. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. 2 employees, from hire date, without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Macaroni and cheese in freezer. Reviewed proper procedures with operator. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-04-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - ice cream scoop in water 68F. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
50
Mar 20, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided handout to operator.
51-13-4
Basic - Bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Drainboards or equivalent not large enough to accommodate all soiled and/or cleaned items.
16-14-4
67
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
78
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Dented can present. One 28oz can of red roasted pimento peppers. See stop sale.
01B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, on freezer fans.
14-69-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored with single service food utensils. Employee removed corrected on sight. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
78
May 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
61
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kisses From Italy last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kisses From Italy on file is from Sep 19, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does Kisses From Italy compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Kisses From Italy most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Kisses From Italy's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kisses From Italy have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Kisses From Italy means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Kisses From Italy inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kisses From Italy is inspected around three times per year on average.
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