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Carnival Venezia CDC inspection score

Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on Carnival Venezia.

Source: CDC public records
Data checked on October 31, 2026
Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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Carnival Cruise LineInspected June 18, 2026

Latest CDC sanitation score

Passed

Carnival Venezia scored 95 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on June 18, 2026. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.

−3 vs previous inspection (98, Jan 8, 2026)

95.8average of the last 5 inspections

92lowest score (October 2024)

7inspections since 2023

0failed inspections

Inspection history of Carnival Venezia

Every CDC inspection score on record for Carnival Venezia: 7 inspections from June 19, 2023 to June 18, 2026, 1 perfect score of 100 and no failed inspections.

All scores

Inspection date	Result	Report	Score
June 18, 2026	Passed	findings below	95
January 8, 2026	Passed	findings below	98
May 11, 2025	Passed	findings below	95
October 25, 2024	Passed		92
August 16, 2024	Passed		99
October 17, 2023	Passed		99
June 19, 2023	Passed		100

What the inspectors found

The full findings of the last 3 inspections, as written in the CDC reports. Each finding refers to an item of the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program standards; points are deducted by item, for a single significant violation or for a pattern of similar ones (CDC FAQ).

June 18, 2026

95Passed

50 findings · 5 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 5 = 95):

−3 ptsItem 26: Food-contact surfaces equipment / utensils clean; Safe
−1 ptItem 21: Nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
−1 ptItem 27: Equipment / utensils nonfood-contact surfaces clean

All 50 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.

Galleys (kitchens)16 findings

Item 12Ice Machine
The refrigeration technician donned gloves, removed the outside front cover of the ice machine, and proceeded to remove the inside plastic evaporator cover without removing his gloves, washing his hands and re-donning new gloves.
Item 18Deck 11 - Tomodoro
Two containers of fresh eggs were stored above a container of cooked chicken. The eggs were relocated.
Item 21Deck 0 - Hot Galley
Detached sealant was in disrepair and hanging from the removable back panel of tilting pan #12 creating a difficult to clean area.
Item 26Deck 3 - Garde Manger
A thick substance covered the bottom of a previously cleaned and disinfected juice pulp container that was stored in dry storage cabinet #3.
Item 26Deck 3 - Garde Manger
Seven out of 30 bowls and four out of 15 plate that were previously cleaned and sanitized had dried food residue on the food-contact side.
Item 26Deck 10 - Lido Center
Food soil of more than a day's accumulation was on the red cable of the temperature probe as well as the temperature probe's mounted holster inside the blast chiller.
Item 26Deck 10 - Pizzeria Del Capitano
Grease residue and white food soil were on a previously cleaned and sanitized knife in the knife locker.
Item 26Deck 10 - Lido Pantry
White food residue was on the black guide of the previously cleaned deli slicer.
Item 27Deck 10 - Lido Main Galley
An excessive accumulation of old food residue coated the internal surfaces of the can opener housing.
Item 27Deck 3 - Starboard Milk/Toast Station
Dried food debris accumulated on the portable toast warmer's shelves. The area was not in service and had been previously cleaned and sanitized.
Item 27Deck 10 - Lido Dishwash
Previously cleaned and sanitized plates were stored on brown plate storage trolleys that were soiled with old food debris and greasy deposits.
Item 28Deck 3 - Garde Manger
Soiled bowls and plates were stored among previously cleaned and sanitized dishes in undercounter storage cabinets.
Item 28Deck 10 - Potwash
The potwash machine's drain line was positioned to drain in front of a clean storage rack. Previously cleaned pots were positioned on this rack that overhung the drain and steam from the machine operation collected on these pans.
Item 28Deck 10 - Lido Dishwash
Previously cleaned and sanitized plates were stored on brown plate storage trolleys that were soiled with old food debris and greasy deposits. Plates on the bottom were in contact with the food debris. These were all sent to be re-cleaned and sanitized.
Item 33Deck 10 - Lido Center
Condensate collected on the deckhead above the exhaust vent of the combination oven.
Item 37Deck 10 - Lido Center
Condensate collected on the deckhead above the exhaust vent of the combination oven.

Buffets12 findings

Item 20Deck 10 - Deli Service Line
The internal top surface of two counter-mounted convection units were in disrepair in several areas, making them difficult to clean.
Item 20Deck 10 - Pizzeria Del Capitano
The marble food-contact countertop had recessed seams and gaps between the cold well.
Item 21Deck 10 - Deli Service Line
Food residue was in difficult to clean gaps in the black plastic cubed bread storage shelving on the back service counter.
Item 21Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace - Cereal Dispensers
The outer coating of multiple metal cereal dispensers used for passenger self-service were in poor repair, resulting in difficult-to-clean surfaces and presenting a potential ingestion hazard.
Item 26Deck 0 - Beverage Station
Grease accumulated in the food splash area of the out-of-use microwave.
Item 26Deck 0 - Beverage Station
A black substance accumulated around the top of the dispenser chute for the counter-mounted ice/water dispenser. The residue could be removed with an alcohol swab.
Item 26Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace - Forward Port Beverage Station
Old coffee residue was in hard to access areas of the espresso machine's dispensing head.
Item 26Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Forward Service Line
Dried food residue from previous service periods was on the underside of the metal sneeze shield in multiple areas.
Item 27Deck 10 - Deli Service Line
Food residue was in difficult to clean junctures of the black plastic cubed bread storage shelving on the back service counter. Additionally, more than a day's accumulation of dust collected on the top of the shelving. This was a repeat from the previous inspection.
Item 27Deck 0 - Beverage Station
Old coffee residue accumulated in a large gap where panels cover the technical areas, behind the dispenser nozzles of both espresso machines.
Item 28Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Forward Service Line
Two containers of eating utensils out for passenger self-service were positioned unprotected and outside the sneeze shield.
Item 36Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace - Starboard Cereal Station
The light intensity at the self-service cereal dispenser did not reach 220 lux.

Food preparation rooms7 findings

Item 08Deck 0 - New Meat
Water continuously dripped from an incorrectly positioned backflow prevention device and accumulated on the deck beneath the biodigester.
Item 27Biodigesters
Dried food debris accumulated on the sides of both biodigesters. The room was not in-service at the time of the inspection.
Item 27Deck 0 - Preparation Table
Dried food debris accumulated on one table leg. The room was not in service at the time of the inspection.
Item 27Deck 0 - Preparation Table
Dried food debris accumulated on the sides of both biodigesters. The room was not in service at the time of the inspection.
Item 33Deck 0 - Preparation Table
Debris accumulated on the deck beneath the clean dish storage racks.
Item 33Deck 0 - Biodigesters
Dried food debris and a spoon were on the deck beneath the biodigesters. The room was not in service at the time of the inspection.
Item 33Deck 0 - New Meat
Water continuously dripped from an incorrectly positioned backflow prevention device and accumulated on the deck beneath the biodigester.

Bars5 findings

Item 12Deck 3 - Piazza San Marco
During active service, a bartender served beverages, handled several soiled items, operated the register, and then scooped ice into a clean glass and served a passenger a beverage without washing their hands between tasks.
Item 24Deck 3 - Piazza San Marco
The sanitizing solution in both bar countertop buckets was above 200ppm.
Item 26Deck 10 - Burano Pool Bar
Food residue was on the ice dispensing chute surface in difficult to access areas.
Item 26Deck 5 - Gondola Bar
Black debris was on difficult to clean surfaces and projections of the ice machine's ice thickness sensor.
Item 28Deck 10 - Java Blue Cafe
Water from previous cleaning was inside two closed coffee creamer urns that were staged for service. Water ran out when they were inverted. These were sent to be cleaned, sanitized, and to fully air dry.

Food safety, general2 findings

Item 21Service Counters
The service counters throughout the following food outlets had difficult to clean features including gouges, projections, and cracks: Lido Marketplace, Pizzeria Del Capitano, Seafood Shack, Guys Burger, Tomordoro, Crew buffet service line, and 555 Steakhouse show galley. A similar finding was written on the previous inspection in January 2026. Staff stated repairs are ongoing and it was intended to be corrected during an upcoming dry dock in 2026 but has been moved to 2028.
Item 39Flies
Flies were seen in the following food areas: - One fly in the Deck 0 fruit preparation room - One fly in the Deck 0 crew bar - One fly in the Deck 3 main galley - One fly near the Deck 10 Lido Marketplace ice cream station - Two flies near the Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace dry storage shelving - Three flies near the Deck 5 - Steakhouse waiter station

Pantries2 findings

Item 26Deck 10 - Java Blue Cafe
Excessive granular sediment was in the water return bath of the ice machine.
Item 368 - Housekeeping Pantry Midship
The light intensity was less than 220 lux at the clean countertop. This was corrected before the end of the inspection.

Food storage (provisions)2 findings

Item 19Deck 0 - Miscellaneous Freezer #7
Frozen condensate accumulated on the tops of several cardboard boxes containing frozen fish stored on two racks in the middle of the freezer.
Item 27Deck 0 - Miscellaneous Freezer #7
Frozen condensate accumulated on the shelves of two storage racks in the middle of the freezer.

Drinking water2 findings

Item 08Deck 9 - Housekeeping Pantry Forward Starboard Side
The atmospheric vents were blocked with a gray material on the ice machine's backflow prevention device. A new device was sanitized and installed before the end of the inspection.
Item 08Starboard Side Reverse Osmosis Unit
The air gap was not adequate at the reduced pressure zone assembly to water catch tray juncture.

Children’s areas1 finding

Item 42Deck 11 - Camp Ocean
The height of the children's toilet in the diaper changing restroom was greater than 12-inches (305 millimeters) and no step stool was provided.

Dining rooms1 finding

Item 36Deck 3 - Marco Polo Nexus
The light intensity at the portable self-service buffets was less than 220 lux. The buffets were open for service at the time of the inspection.

January 8, 2026

98Passed

36 findings · 2 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 2 = 98):

−1 ptItem 21: Nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
−1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean

Show all 36 findings

All 36 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.

Galleys (kitchens)20 findings

Item 08Deck 3 - Forward Beverage Station
The potable water supply line for the counter-mounted juice dispenser was striped blue/white/blue. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 19Deck 3 - Walk-In Refrigeration Unit # 33
Liquid dripped from the deckhead and pooled on plastic containers storing raw chicken breast prepared on 6 January. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 20Deck 10 - Backup Galley Beverage Station
The dispensing tube for the bulk milk inside the counter-mounted equipment extended greater than 1 inch beyond the base of the equipment. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 21Deck 5 - Il Viaggio
The decorative sticker surrounding the handle of the bottom, deck-mounted oven was ripped and peeling, creating a difficult-to-clean surface. Nonfood-contact surfaces underneath the peeling sticker were sticky and soiled with gray residue. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 21Deck 5 - Il Viaggio Show Galley
The undersides of the marble preparation counters were chipped and damaged, creating rough difficult-to-clean surfaces.
Item 21Deck 5 - Bonsai Sushi
Difficult-to-clean gaps surrounded the nonfood-contact surface where the metal heating coils for the yakatori grill attached to the equipment. Greater than a day's accumulation of food residue collected inside these difficult-to-clean gaps. Crew identified it was not possible to remove the metal heating coils to facilitate cleaning.
Item 21Deck 3 - Hot Preparation Area
The decorative sticker surrounding the handle of the bottom, deck-mounted combination oven was ripped and peeling, creating a difficult-to-clean surface. Nonfood-contact surfaces underneath the peeling sticker were sticky. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 22Deck 3 - Portside Warewashing Area
The end cap for the rinse spray arm inside the conveyor-type warewashing machine was not tight, causing misdirected water to spray throughout the inside of the machine.
Item 22Deck 10 - Portside Warewashing Area
Liquid steadily dripped from the bottom of the conveyor-type warewashing machine's wash compartment and pooled on the deck below.
Item 27Deck 5 - Il Viaggio
Nonfood-contact surfaces underneath the peeling decorative sticker on the bottom, deck-mounted oven were sticky and soiled with gray residue. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 27Deck 3 - Hot Preparation Area
Nonfood-contact surfaces underneath the peeling sticker surrounding the handle of the bottom deck-mounted combination oven were sticky. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 27Deck 5 - Bonsai Sushi
Greater than a day's accumulation of food residue collected inside the difficult-to-clean gaps surrounding the yakatori grill's nonfood-contact surface where the metal heating coils attached to the equipment. Crew identified it was not possible to remove the metal heating coils to facilitate cleaning.
Item 33Deck 0 - Scullery
Excess condensate collected on the bulkhead behind the clean end of the conveyor-type warewashing machine.
Item 33Deck 3 - Walk-In Refrigeration Unit # 33
Liquid dripped from the deckhead and pooled on plastic containers storing raw chicken breast prepared on 6 January. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 33Deck 10 - Portside Warewashing Area
Excess condensate collected on the deckhead above the clean end of the conveyor-type warewashing machine. Liquid steadily dripped from the deckhead onto the deck below.
Item 35Deck 10 - Portside Warewashing Area
Liquid pooled on the deck underneath a steady drip from the bottom of the conveyor-type warewashing machine's wash compartment.
Item 36Deck 3 - Pastry Area
The light intensity to the right of the deck-mounted oven measured less than 110 lux.
Item 37Deck 0 - Scullery
Excess condensate collected on the bulkhead behind the clean end of the conveyor-type warewashing machine due to excessive steam exiting the machine. Though the ventilation system was operational, it was insufficient to prevent moisture from collecting on the bulkhead.
Item 37Deck 10 - Portside Warewashing Area
Excess steam exited the clean end of the conveyor-type warewashing machine and condensate collected on the deckhead above. Liquid steadily dripped from the deckhead onto the deck below. Though the ventilation system was operational, it was insufficient to prevent moisture from collecting on the deckhead.
Item 38Deck 0 - Cleaning Locker
One damp mop was stored with the cleaning bristles inside the mop bucket in a position where they are unable to air dry. Crew initiated corrective action.

Buffets8 findings

Item 19Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Aft Cold Line
No serving utensil was provided for the container of Greek yogurt offered on the self-service buffet line. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 21Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Portside Island, Forward
The left door for the undercounter storage compartment was missing. Wrapped linen napkins were stored inside this exposed compartment. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 21Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Portside Beverage Station, Forward
The difficult-to-clean nonfood-contact surfaces inside the counter-mounted hot cocoa machine were soiled with greater than a day's accumulation of brown sludge. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 26Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Aft Service Line, Starboard
Greater than a day's accumulation of food residue and debris collected in the food-splash zone underneath the hot dog roller's heating rollers. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 27Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Aft Service Line
Greater than a day's accumulation of dust and debris collected on top of the black cubed storage shelf placed on the rear service counter. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 27Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Portside Beverage Station, Forward
The difficult-to-clean nonfood-contact surfaces inside the counter-mounted hot cocoa machine were soiled with greater than a day's accumulation of brown sludge. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 28Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Portside Island, Forward
Wrapped linen napkins were stored inside the exposed undercounter storage compartment that was missing a door. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 33Deck 10 - Lido Marketplace Deckhead-Mounted Shutters
The deckhead-mounted shutters throughout the forward and aft lines were in disrepair. Throughout both buffet lines, these shutters were affixed to the deckhead with difficult-to-clean pieces of tape. Numerous difficult-to-clean gaps were present where these shutters were not affixed properly to the deckhead. Crew identified they are repairing these bulkhead-mounted shutters throughout the Lido Marketplace area.

Food safety, general3 findings

Item 21Service Counters in Deck 10 Lido Marketplace and Deck 0 Crew Buffets
The service counters throughout the Lido and crew buffet areas had recessed areas around the perimeters of the cold wells, hot holding tops, and counter slab junctures. Additionally, some areas had other difficult-to-clean features including gouges, projections, and chips. Crew reported this is an ongoing maintenance issue and provided a 30 December 2025 invoice identifying the documented cost for repair work.
Item 33Conditions of Decks, Deckheads, and Bulkheads
Decks, deckheads, and bulkheads were maintained in disrepair throughout the following food service locations: Deck 10 – Seafood Shack Galley: The grouting surrounding the deck sink in front of the forward door was chipped and missing. Deck 10 – Pizzeria del Capitano: The painted deckhead above the pizza oven was peeling and chipping, creating a difficult-to-clean surface. Deck 10 – Lido Marketplace Aft Service Line, Starboard: The grouting around the deck sink for the counter-mounted oven was chipped and missing, with liquid accumulating inside areas of recess. Deck 10 – Lido Marketplace Galley Buffet Pantry: The grouting in front of the counter-mounted peeling equipment was chipped and missing, creating a difficult-to-clean surface. Deck 10 – Lido Marketplace Galley Portside Warewashing Area: The grouting surrounding the landing for the conveyor-type warewashing machine was chipped and missing, with liquid and debris accumulating inside areas of recess. Deck 10 – Lido Marketplace Galley Starboard Warewashing Area: The grouting surrounding the landing for the food digester was chipped and missing, with food residue and liquid accumulating inside areas of recess. Deck 5 – Bonsai Teppanyaki: The decorative covered bulkhead around the galley entrance door was peeling and scratched, creating a difficult-to-clean surface. Deck 3 – Marco Polo Dining Room: The wooden bulkhead along the edges of the aft waiter station was peeling and damaged, exposing the difficult-to-clean wood below. Deck 3 – Main Galley Forward Garde Manager: The grouting surrounding the landing for the food digester was chipped and missing, with liquid accumulating inside areas of recess. Deck 3 – Main Galley Portside Warewashing Area: The grouting surrounding the deck sink at the soiled landing area was chipped and missing, with water and food residue accumulating inside areas of recess. Deck 3 – Main Galley Portside Warewashing Area: The coving around the deck drain below the pre-rinse sink was missing. Deck 3 – Main Galley Hot Preparation Area: The grouting between the deck and the deck sink surrounding the soup kettles was chipped and missing, creating a difficult-to-clean surface. Deck 3 – Main Galley Pastry Areas: The grouting between the deck and drain for the utility was chipped and missing, with liquid accumulating inside areas of recess.
Item 39Integrated Pest Management
Pests were present in the following food service locations: Deck 10 – Pizzeria del Capitano Show Galley: One fruit fly was on the bulkhead near the portside entrance. Deck 10 – Lido Marketplace Galley Buffet Pantry: One fruit fly flew around food storage counters on the counter. Deck 5 – Il Viaggio Galley: One fruit fly crawled on the preparation counter. Deck 3 – Marco Polo Dining Room Aft Beverage Station: One fruit fly was on bulkhead behind the counter-mounted juice machine. Deck 3 – Main Galley Forward Garde Manager: One fruit fly flew around the forward, undercounter warewashing machine.

Medical center3 findings

Item 02Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Log
The electronic AGE log produced by the electronic medical record system did not have a 'Comments/Notes' column as specified in the 2025 VSP Environmental Public Health Standards.
Item 02Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Log
On 31 December, a 3-year-old passenger experienced an episode of diarrhea. Medical staff followed up via telephone, but notes did not indicate if this episode was above normal for the child. There were no notes that indicated the child was excluded from the AGE case definition, and the child was not listed on the AGE log.
Item 02Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Log
On 3 January, a child experienced an episode of diarrhea. Medical staff verbally confirmed they followed up with the child's parent; however, there was no documentation of the follow-up and the passenger was not listed on the AGE log.

Housekeeping1 finding

Item 41FSD 8.3.04 Chemical Locker
When measuring the concentration of disinfectant using 60-second test strips, crew did not have a method to accurately track 60 seconds and instead were counting in their head. It was discussed that crew could consider the installation of a clock with a second hand or similar to aid crew in ensuring accurate disinfectant concentration measurements.

Drinking water1 finding

Item 06Legionella Testing
Water samples from the hot water heaters were not tested for Legionella in the past 6 months as required by the new VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards.

May 11, 2025

95Passed

60 findings · 5 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 5 = 95):

−3 ptsItem 18: Cross-contamination storage, preparation, transportation
−1 ptItem 21: Nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
−1 ptItem 27: Equipment / utensils nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Show all 60 findings

All 60 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.

Galleys (kitchens)34 findings

Item 08Deck 3 - Warewashing Area
The backflow prevention device for the rightmost spray hose was in disrepair with blocked atmospheric vents.
Item 20Deck 10 - Extension Galley
The integral temperature thermometers for both the bulk milk and creamer refrigerators were not accurate. Both external gauges indicated internal temperatures near 50°F, however, ambient temperatures taken from IR thermometer and from the product itself measured below 41°F.
Item 21Deck 5 - 555 Steakhouse
Grouting was missing around the perimeter of the sauce cook top, exposing recessed areas that had an accumulation of charred residue.
Item 21Deck 5 - Bonsai Teppanyaki
Several areas of sealed wood bento boxes used as non-food contact serving containers had sections of raw wood where the protective layer had worn away. This was observed on multiple edges of approximately 5 of these boxes.
Item 21Deck 3 - Center
The door gasket for the right-most combination was in disrepair allowing an excessive amount of steam to escape.
Item 21Deck 5 - Il Viaggio - Warewashing Area
A previously cleaned and sanitized pot lid was heavily scored and soiled on the nonfood-contact side making it difficult to clean. The lid was removed immediately.
Item 21Deck 0 - Hot Cooking Area
The face plates for two combination ovens had scratches, missing technical panel seals, and rough surfaces making them difficult to clean.
Item 22Deck 10 - Dishwash
A crew member was loading plates too close together in the flight-type dishwash machine which prevented the plates from receiving adequate spray as they passed through the machine.
Item 22Deck 0 - Warewashing Area
The flight-type warewashing machine was not in service when the inspector arrived, but was fixed immediately.
Item 26Deck 3 - Service Line - Forward
Food debris collected on the previously cleaned and sanitized hot-holding bain maire countertop and the service tray pickup counter. Additionally, the food-splash area under the overshelf was soiled with food debris.
Item 26Deck 10 - Dishwash
Three previously cleaned and sanitized bowls were soiled with old food residue.
Item 26Deck 10 - Extension Galley
Old food soil was on the food contact surface of the previously cleaned and sanitized food processor. This was sent to be re-cleaned and sanitized.
Item 27Deck 5 - 555 Steakhouse
Grouting was missing around the perimeter of the sauce cook top, exposing recessed areas that had an accumulation of charred residue.
Item 27Deck 10 - Aft Galley - Cold Room #48
Water droplets were on the underside of the walk-in's condenser unit and dripped onto the deck below.
Item 27Deck 10 - Dishwash - Trash Sorting Table
More than a day’s accumulation of old food soil was on the underside of the trash sorting table.
Item 27Deck 3 - Service Line - Forward
Food debris collected on the previously cleaned and sanitized hot-holding bain maire countertop and the service tray pickup counter. Additionally, the food-splash area under the overshelf was soiled with food debris.
Item 27Deck 5 - Il Viaggio - Warewashing Area
A previously cleaned and sanitized pot lid was heavily scored on the nonfood-contact side. Additionally, more than a day's worth of food debris accumulated inside the recessed areas of the lid. The lid was removed immediately.
Item 28Deck 10 - Center Galley
Soiled soup paddles were stored on the soiled potwash shelf with one end of the paddles extending over the clean storage rack, above previously cleaned and sanitized pans.
Item 33Deck 10 - Center Galley
Water dripped from the corner of a deckhead hatch near the combination oven and landed on the deck below. Staff reported this was the result of poorly insulated cold water lines.
Item 33Deck 10 - Center Galley
Deck grouting was missing or recessed in several areas in this galley.
Item 33Deck 10 - Center Galley
Heavy steam from the left soup kettle condensed as water droplets on the deckhead above. No dripping was observed.
Item 33Deck 5 - Bonsai Teppanyaki
Bulkheads behind the teppanyaki grills were scratched and difficult to clean along these locations. This was noted during the October 2023, August 2024, and October 2024 inspections. Staff provided a work order and plans for these bulkheads to be replaced later this month.
Item 33Deck 5 - Il Viaggio - Show Galley - Pizza Oven Area
The bulkhead on either side of the pizza oven show galley area and the support beam on the front preparation counter were constructed of a laminated-type material. Additionally, a stainless-steel food cart used to store food during operation, was resting against the bulkhead caused scoring and chipping in multiple areas.
Item 33Deck 0 - Beverage Counter - Portside
Standing water pooled on the bottom of the undercounter technical space beneath the countertop ice machine.
Item 33Deck 10 - Aft Galley - Pantry Station
The deck underneath the counter-mounted deli slicer was soiled with a shriveled lime wedge.
Item 33Deck 10 - Aft Galley - Cold Room #48
Water pooled on the deck inside this cold room because of dripping water from the condenser tray.
Item 34Deck 10 - Center Galley
Water dripped from the corner of a deckhead hatch near the combination oven and landed on the deck below. Staff reported this was the result of poorly insulated cold water lines.
Item 36Deck 5 - 555 Steakhouse
Light intensity could not reach 220 lux at the dessert counter and the preparation counter behind.
Item 36Deck 10 - Aft Galley - Pantry Station
Light intensity was less than 220 lux along the working countertop below the knife locker.
Item 36Deck 10 - Dishwash
Light intensity could not reach 220 lux along the sorting countertop along the back bulkhead. This was corrected during the inspection.
Item 37Deck 10 - Center Galley
Heavy steam from the left soup kettle condensed as water droplets on the deckhead above. No dripping was observed.
Item 39Deck 10 - Guy's Burger Joint
One house fly was inside the galley near the combination oven.
Item 39Deck 10 - Dishwash - Trash Sorting Table
One fruit fly was flying underneath the sorting table.
Item 39Deck 10 - Aft Galley - Pantry Station
A house fly landed on the inspector while in this area.

Buffets11 findings

Item 08Deck 10 - Aft Service Line
Water steadily dripped from the atmospheric vent of the testable backflow prevention device for the hood cleaning system adjacent to the left tilting pan.
Item 12Deck 10 - Aft Service Line - Omelet Station
A crew member cooking raw eggs touched the inside of a cup containing raw egg with his thumb and subsequently proceeded to open a refrigerator door and handle a passenger serving plate with the same hand without first washing his hands.
Item 18Deck 10 - Aft Service Line - Omelet Station
A crew member cooking raw eggs touched the inside of a cup containing raw egg with his thumb and subsequently proceeded to open a refrigerator door and handle a passenger serving plate with the same hand without first washing his hands. The inspector alerted staff to the observation, and they immediately instructed the crew member to wash his hands.
Item 20Deck 10 - Pizzeria del Capitano
A pizza paddle was bent along the serving end, creating a difficult to clean area. Dried food residue accumulated in this area.
Item 21Deck 10 - Aft Service Line
Old food residue was on the surfaces of the black cubed storage shelving on the back counter. Food debris was along the 90-degree junctions inside multiple storage compartments that were difficult to clean. Additionally, several cracks were present in the plastic material, making cleaning difficult. No food was stored in the storage unit at the time of the observation.
Item 21Deck 10 - Service Counters
The service counters throughout the Lido buffet area had recessed areas around the perimeters of cold wells and hot holding tops. Additionally, some areas have other difficult to clean features such as gouges, projections on the working side and working edge of these countertops. Some of the cracks had old food soil in the recessed areas. Staff reported this is an ongoing maintenance operation.
Item 26Deck 10 - Starboard Aft Beer Station
Brown residue accumulated on an alcohol swap when wiped over food-contact surfaces inside both beer dispensing taps.
Item 26Deck 10 - Pizzeria del Capitano
A pizza paddle was bent along the serving end, creating a difficult to clean area. Dried food residue accumulated in this area. The paddle was previously cleaned and sanitized. Additionally, old food residue accumulated on the shaft of another previously cleaned and sanitized paddle. The outlet was not in operation.
Item 27Deck 10 - Service Counters
The service counters throughout the Lido buffet area had recessed areas around the perimeters of cold wells and hot holding tops. Additionally, some areas have other difficult to clean features such as gouges, projections on the working side and working edge of these countertops. Some of the cracks had old food soil in the recessed areas. Staff reported this is an ongoing maintenance operation.
Item 27Deck 10 - Aft Service Line
Old food residue was on the surfaces of the black cubed storage shelving on the back counter. Food debris was along the 90-degree junctions inside multiple storage compartments that were difficult to clean. Additionally, several cracks were present in the plastic material, making cleaning difficult. No food was stored in the storage unit at the time of the observation.
Item 36Deck 10 - Aft Service Line
Light intensity did not reach 220 lux at the back service counter in front of the black cubed storage shelving.

Bars7 findings

Item 16Deck 10 - Java Blue
An opened container of whipped cream on time control was not labeled with a four hour discard label. The outlet was open for more than 4 hours.
Item 18Deck 10 - Burano
A live house fly was inside a bottle of simple syrup stored in a speed rack. A plastic pour spout was on the bottle; however, the spout did not fully protect insects from gaining access.
Item 19Deck 10 - Burano
A live house fly was inside a bottle of simple syrup stored in a speed rack. A plastic pour spout was on the bottle; however, the spout did not fully protect insects from entering the bottle..
Item 20Deck 10 - Java Blue
Condensate collected on the outside of the sliding plastic door of the display refrigerator and dripped onto the refrigerator door track. Staff stated, the original glass door had recently broken, and the plastic door had to be fabricated to replace it. The plastic door did not keep a good seal and allowed for the condensate to accumulate.
Item 26Deck 10 - Java Blue
Cloudy white liquid was inside a previously cleaned creamer pitcher.
Item 27Deck 10 - Java Blue
Condensate collected on the outside of the sliding plastic door of the display refrigerator and dripped onto the refrigerator door track. Staff stated, 'the original glass door had recently broken, and the plastic door had to be fabricated to replace it'. The plastic door did not keep a good seal and allowed for condensate to accumulate.
Item 28Deck 10 - Java Blue
Water pooled in the bottom of three previously cleaned stainless steel frothing cups. Additionally, standing water was in the bottom of two previously cleaned coffee urns. The outlet was not in operation.

Food storage (provisions)4 findings

Item 19Deck 0 - Ice Cream Freezer
The outside walls and lids of two cardboard containers of ice cream were coated with a thick layer of ice. Additionally, one of the cardboard carton lids was damaged/cut exposing the inside contents. The carton of ice cream with the damaged lid was discarded.
Item 19Deck 0 - Fruit Cooling Room
Four heavily soiled cans of coconut water were resting on top of pineapples stored inside a box in this room.
Item 19Deck 0 - Fruit Cooling Room
A heavily soiled box of watermelons previously stored on the deck during provisioning was resting inside another box of unprotected watermelons stored in this room.
Item 22Deck 0 - Meat Preparation Room
The undercounter dishwasher was out-of-service at the time of the inspection.

Housekeeping2 findings

Item 41Acute Gastroenteritis Cabin Cleaning Log
On 28 January 2025 an ill crew member reported to medical with AGE symptoms. Cleaning records did not indicate this room was cleaned on 29 January 2025. No comments or other notations were recorded to confirm why daily cleaning was missing. Records did show a final cleaning was conducted on 30 January 2025. Additionally, no records indicated housekeeping coordinated with the Hit Squad to clean possible protein spills within the room until 30 January 2025.
Item 44Acute Gastroenteritis Cabin Cleaning Log
On 28 January 2025 an ill crew member reported to medical with AGE symptoms. Cleaning records did not indicate that this room was cleaned on 29 January 2025. No comments or other notations were recorded to confirm why daily cleaning was missing. Records did show a final cleaning was conducted on 30 January 2025. Additionally, no records indicated that housekeeping coordinated with the Hit Squad to clean possible protein spills within the room until 30 January 2025.

Pantries1 finding

Item 36Deck 6 Houskeeping
The lighting at the deck mounted ice machine did not reach a minimum of 110 lux for cleaning purposes on the back, right side of the machine.

Drinking water1 finding

Item 08Bunker Station Hose Locker - Portside
Two hose fittings were not stored in a sanitary manner with, the fittings were left uncovered and exposed to the elements.

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