La Dolce Vita

3331 Ne 33 St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Italian

Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, La Dolce Vita has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Among Fort Lauderdale restaurants, the typical score is 80; La Dolce Vita is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 24, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Oct 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Mar 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Clam tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

Dec 30, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw fish stored over ready to eat eggplant Parmesan. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Jun 17, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Front counter - chest freezer - raw chicken stored over ready to eat soup. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-02-6

Apr 17, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler - raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat cheese. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

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). Operator made adjustments and primed unit. Chlorine 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-41-4

High Priority - Employee handled soiled dishes and utensils and then picked up clean dishes without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee properly washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12A-02-4

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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. **Warning**

11-26-1

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** **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ PIC - Fabio Bruni. **Warning**

53A-05-6

Jun 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Nov 18, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw mussels above pasta in reach in cooler . Employee properly stored food **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled....degreaser spray bottle. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

41-17-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name...oil spray bottle, operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Dolce Vita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Dolce Vita on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Dolce Vita?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Dolce Vita.

How does La Dolce Vita compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

La Dolce Vita most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has La Dolce Vita's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Dolce Vita have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Dolce Vita 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 La Dolce Vita inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Dolce Vita is inspected around two times per year on average.

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