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VENTURA'S ITALIAN KITCHEN AND WINE BAR

6814 GULF OF MEXICO DR, LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228

License #5104575

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95.6 Grade A / 100

Excellent Health Score

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VENTURA'S ITALIAN KITCHEN AND WINE BAR in LONGBOAT KEY currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 95.6 out of 100 — an A grade for consistent compliance with state food-safety standards. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 8, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 8 total violations — 1 critical, 7 minor.

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  • Inspection Completed - No Further Action
  • [38-01-4] Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed damaged light shield in kitchen.
  • [10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice. Operator moved handle above ice.
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VENTURA'S ITALIAN KITCHEN AND WINE BAR has a strong inspection record. Would you eat here?

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