Vienna Cafe & Bistro
Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025
100
Score
Vienna Cafe & Bistro appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. On Oct 15, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Among Cooper City restaurants, the typical score is 74; Vienna Cafe & Bistro is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
11
Inspections
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Inspection History
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 23, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed at steam table - chicken soup (114F - Reheating) as per operator item rehearing for 2 hours and 10 minutes. Employee turned up tables temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03E-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at flip top cooler - raw hamburgers stored directly above raw salmon and shrimps. Employee stored correctly. Observed at walk in freezer - raw hamburgers (not commercially packaged) stored directly above raw shrimps. Employee stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed at walk in freezer - no light at all **Repeat Violation**
38-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine in kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cart next to grill - utensil stored in bucket with water 78F
10-07-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed sport drink stored in short cooler at expo room.
12B-13-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed at expo room - handwashing sink not draining properly.
29-08-4
58
Aug 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on table next to grill - raw shell eggs (73F - Cold Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Item not portioned or prepared today. Employee stored item in walk in cooler.
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler across from grill - chicken salad (48F - Cold Holding); as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Item not portioned or prepared today. Employee stored item in walk in cooler . **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on grill - sausages (115F - Hot Holding) as per employee item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Item held for future orders, employee turned up grills temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 employees engaged in food preparation with expired training.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer - no light at all.
38-04-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in kitchen. Employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at flip top table - scoop handle touching cheese. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drinks stored on prepping table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
47
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at table next to main grill in kitchen - raw shell eggs (74F - Cold Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes, operator placed item in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: Observed shrimp in bucket (63F - Cold Holding) at sink. as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Item was thawing at room temperature **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table in kitchen - hollandaise (117F - Hot Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator moved item to hotter part of steam table. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: Observed at steam table in kitchen - French onion (123F - Hot Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator placed item back on stove. **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw smoked salmon not identify in menu. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: Same **Admin Complaint**
02B-01-5
67
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at table next to main grill in kitchen - raw shell eggs (74F - Cold Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes, operator placed item in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at reach in cooler next to salad station - raw smoked salmon stored above lettuce and other vegetables. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs then proceeded to plate food without washing hands.
12A-27-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table in kitchen - hollandaise (117F - Hot Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator moved item to hotter part of steam table. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed at beverage room - container of tea without lid. Operator properly covered it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 4 employees with expired training.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw smoked salmon not identify in menu.
02B-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed at front counter. Open drink container stored next to espresso machine. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while engaged in food preparation. Employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
35
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Main kitchen expo line- observed plates being stored not inverted. Operator stored plates inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
95
Mar 31, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Dec 29, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Main kitchen prep table cutting board- observed wiping cloth on cutting board. Employee removed wiping cloth.
21-09-4
95
Nov 2, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. turkey (45-40F - Cold Holding); In sandwich table at cook line. Food not prepared or portioned today. As per operator, food out of temperature for 30 minutes. Food over stacked. Operator divided into container. Placed food in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over herbs in walk-in cooler Operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken not commercially packaged stored on top of soups not commercially packaged in walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink by three compartment sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cloth towel stored in the sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon offered on the menu - not identified
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin next to hand wash sink and three compartment sink.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at small dessert cooler.
14-11-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vienna Cafe & Bistro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vienna Cafe & Bistro on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vienna Cafe & Bistro?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Vienna Cafe & Bistro.
How does Vienna Cafe & Bistro compare to other restaurants in Cooper City?
Vienna Cafe & Bistro most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Cooper City average of 74.
Has Vienna Cafe & Bistro's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vienna Cafe & Bistro have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Vienna Cafe & Bistro 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 Vienna Cafe & Bistro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Vienna Cafe & Bistro is inspected around four times per year on average.
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