Serafina Waterfront Trattoria

928 Ne 20 Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Italian

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Serafina Waterfront Trattoria, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 16, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

“No soap provided at handwash sink” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average is 80, putting Serafina Waterfront Trattoria squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Sep 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 20, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Dead roach on premises. 1 dead next to chest freezer in storage room. Operator removed and cleaned the area. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under shelving and around cold holding units in dry storage. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

36-73-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with self-closing door.

32-04-4

Jul 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Apr 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline low boy - mozzarella (44F); feta (44F). Per operator items placed in unit approximately 2 hours ago. No items prepped or portioned today. Operator moved items to another reach in to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Feb 26, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Brunch menu - tuna tartare. Reviewed menu updating with operator. **Warning**

02B-01-5

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

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-03-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler and freezer. **Warning**

23-24-4

Mar 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

08A-05-6

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Operator posted. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Nov 17, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Serafina Waterfront Trattoria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Serafina Waterfront Trattoria on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Serafina Waterfront Trattoria?

Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Serafina Waterfront Trattoria.

How does Serafina Waterfront Trattoria compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Serafina Waterfront Trattoria most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Serafina Waterfront Trattoria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Serafina Waterfront Trattoria have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Serafina Waterfront Trattoria 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 Serafina Waterfront Trattoria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Serafina Waterfront Trattoria is inspected around three times per year on average.

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