Gatto's Family Deli
2146 S Riverside Dr Unit 3, Edgewater, FL 32141 · Permanent Food Service · License 7408007
What drove the grade
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 17 routine inspection2 high priority (1 fixed by the Oct 20 follow-up, 1 fixed on the spot), 2 intermediate, 6 basic (2 repeats)-20
- Administrative complaint on Jul 17, since fixedReduced from 20 because a follow-up found the problems fixed-12
- Safety score68
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 3 visitsRoutine inspection
- 2nd follow-up visitOct 20, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
5 earlier violations still noted, but not enough to need another visit:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate1
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
More time given
Basic4
Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
More time given
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.
Cases of tomatoes
More time given
Code 32, Restrooms: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
More time given
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
More time given
- 1st follow-up visitSep 17, 2026 Extension granted
Some problems still weren't fixed, but the owner was working on them, so the inspector allowed more time and will come back again.
7 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate2
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
More time given
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.
Hq-27-1617
More time given
Basic5
Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
More time given
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.
More time given
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Open beverage on prep table
More time given
Code 32, Restrooms: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
More time given
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
More time given
- First visitJul 17, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
10 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority2
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
Chemical spray bottle over paper plates
Fixed on the spot
Code 50, Current license displayed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Administrative complaint
Intermediate2
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
- Pasta maker - Underside of dough mixer - cannoli molds - immersion mixer blade - small countertop mixer interior - can opener blade - front sandwich cooler gaskets and interior - slicer blade and guard
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.
Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Submit remodel plans with soda machine, fryer/pasta making area, steam well area, pass thru, doorway
Basic6
Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Water spray bottle
Fixed on the spot
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.
Boxes of mushrooms over feta
Food stored on floor.
Cases of canned tomatoes and bag of beets
Repeat violation
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Open can of soda above vegetables in glass door cooler
Fixed on the spot
Code 32, Restrooms: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Restroom on addition side
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Repeat violation
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.
- Food-contact surface
- Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.