ANTHONY & LUCA'S PIZZA KITCHEN
4687 PARK BLVD, Pinellas Park FL 33781 · 609-827-2645
Last inspected Jan 7, 2026 · 19 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on wall behind dish rack near back door of kitchen 1 live roach on dish rack above three compartment sink 4 live roaches on wall under 3 compartment sink Approximately 16 live roaches in front counter area and display 3 live roaches on back door of kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025082146 | Nov 5, 2025 | Dec 18, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2024025138 | Feb 14, 2024 | Oct 7, 2024 | $320 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 18 findingsThe state's own report →
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.observed chef at cook line prep cook line gave recite to customer then went back to preparing pizza.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with build up of food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Broom and pizza rack front of front hand wash sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. All coolers in kitchen handles soiled with food debris.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License not displayed confirmed ownership with employees.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cutting board during activity prep.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Box of oil under conveyor, bag of flour on floor near back hand wash sink
Garbage on the ground around dumpster. Pizza boxes, oil container and gloves on ground rear of restaurant and near dumpsters.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Multiple Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Last inspection not available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on all reach in coolers.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Across from cook line below screen
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop in mop sink in rear of restaurant.
Nov 6, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Pizza at Front counter
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in flour in rear.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Grease receptacle, broken. Using trash can lid to replace broken lid.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled and torn deli cooler at cook line. Hood filter soiled
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor front counter.
Nov 5, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 20 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee moved
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee failed to wash hands after touching soiled surfaces before putting on gloves. Educated employee and he washed his hands and put on clean gloves.
Live, small flying insects found 1 live flying insect near front counter 1 live flying insect back deli cooler. 1 live flying insect under hand wash sink. 1 live flying insect near bag of old rags.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under shelves under deli cooler. 2 live roach under deli cooler. 1 live roach under deli cooler. 3 live roach under glass reach in cooler. 6 live roaches near three compartment sink. 2 live roaches under bags of bread on shelves bags are open and in use. 1 live roach under pizza oven. 1 live roach under dining room table.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. On electrical socket under hand wash sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Pizza at Front counter
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front hand wash sink blocked with broom and pizza boxes
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Made sauce and milk in glass cooler no date marked open and prepared yesterday.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in flour in rear.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 Dead roaches under counter next to deli cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Water bottle on clean equipment table next to bream in plastic bins
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout establishment.
Food stored on floor. Open Bag of flour on floor dry storage area.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Grease receptacle, broken. Using trash can lid to replace broken lid.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled and torn deli cooler at cook line. Hood filter soiled
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door open during inspection. Employee closed door.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor front counter.
Sep 11, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Brian owner
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 employees Devin, Darren
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Jun 30, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sent TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL Pizza 89 degrees
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. During inspection observed sprung in front hand wash sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Brian owner
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at both handwash sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 employees Devin, Darren
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Water bottls on prep table
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Back table employees moved
Food stored on floor. Soda bottles on floor front counter. Employee moved
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go single serving spoons and fork in box on floor front counter. Owner moved
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 5, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed: Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee eating French fries and dipping fries in sauce. Employee licked his fingers and then began putting a lid on tin togo pan with food to be served to the public and continued engaging in food preparation. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee eat French fries and dip fries into sauce at prep table next to pizza oven. Employee then engaged in food preparation. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ New ownership. Spoke to new owner Salvatore Candela who was present. 3 employee working and engaging in food preparation during the time of routine inspection. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items inside 3 door reach in cooler: sliced tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); diced ham (64F - Cold Holding); sliced Italian sausage (47F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese (53F - Cold Holding); marinara sauce (67F - Cold Holding) Food items in double door reach in deli cooler: ricotta cheese (45F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (4F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese (45F - Cold Holding); beef meatballs (45F - Cold Holding) All items moved in to freezer to bring down the temperatures. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting board stained. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Chlorine sanitizer buss tub inside hand sink in front counter area. Employee moved chlorine sanitizer bus tub. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in front counter area and next to three compartment sink. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No employee food training observed for employee Andrew who was hired over 60 days ago. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Dead roaches on premises. Approximately: 7 dead roaches behind outlet plate behind Pepsi display cooler. 2 dead roaches and 14 egg case in compressor vent of Pepsi display cooler in kitchen area. 6 dead roaches on floor behind Pepsi display cooler in kitchen area. 3 dead roaches on floor behind white stand alone cooler 2 dead roaches in wall outlet with missing behind white stand alone cooler. 1 dead roach in between piping and wall behind stand alone cooler in kitchen area. 10 dead roach in compressor vent of white cooler in kitchen area. 2 dead roaches behind stainless plate of pipping behind white stand alone freezer. 9 dead roaches and 1 egg casing in mop sink. 1 dead roach in between chemical equipment dispenser above three compartment sink. 8 dead roaches and 16 roach casings throughout front vent of Coca-Cola display cooler across from three compartment sink. 4 dead roaches in compressor vent of Coca-Cola display cooler. 20+ dead roaches in grease build up behind 6 burner stove/one and flat top. 6 dead roaches and 3 egg casing in cabinet storing printer equipment, outlet power box and cords under cash register in front counter. 1 roach on floor in corner of bathroom door Priority: Basic
Observed: Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee eat French fries and dipping fries in sauce at prep table next to pizza oven while putting food into Togo tins. Priority: Basic
Observed: Food stored on floor. Boxes of oil stored on the floor across from three compartment sink. Priority: Basic
Sep 29, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer in rear of kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in front hand sink
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 75 dead roaches on floor under shelving in dish area. Approximately 50 dead roaches floating in grease under cooks line One dead roach in mop bucket with mop and water Approximately 10 dead roaches throughout front counter area 4 dead roaches in reach in cooler under pizza toppings 1 dead roach in approximately 3lbs of feta cheese on cooks line
Sep 25, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on wall behind dish rack near back door of kitchen 1 live roach on dish rack above three compartment sink 4 live roaches on wall under 3 compartment sink Approximately 16 live roaches in front counter area and display 3 live roaches on back door of kitchen
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer in rear of kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in front hand sink
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 75 dead roaches on floor under shelving in dish area. Approximately 50 dead roaches floating in grease under cooks line One dead roach in mop bucket with mop and water Approximately 10 dead roaches throughout front counter area 4 dead roaches in reach in cooler under pizza toppings 1 dead roach in approximately 3lbs of feta cheese on cooks line
Sep 25, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on wall behind dish rack near back door of kitchen 1 live roach on dish rack above three compartment sink 4 live roaches on wall under 3 compartment sink Approximately 16 live roaches in front counter area and display 3 live roaches on back door of kitchen
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer in rear of kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in front hand sink
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 75 dead roaches on floor under shelving in dish area. Approximately 50 dead roaches floating in grease under cooks line One dead roach in mop bucket with mop and water Approximately 10 dead roaches throughout front counter area 4 dead roaches in reach in cooler under pizza toppings 1 dead roach in approximately 3lbs of feta cheese on cooks line
Sep 24, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Can of raid under cooks line and can of raid by door on clean dish rack
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on wall behind dish rack near back door of kitchen 1 live roach on dish rack above three compartment sink 4 live roaches on wall under 3 compartment sink Approximately 16 live roaches in front counter area and display 3 live roaches on back door of kitchen
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sausage in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer in rear of kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in front hand sink
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 75 dead roaches on floor under shelving in dish area. Approximately 50 dead roaches floating in grease under cooks line One dead roach in mop bucket with mop and water Approximately 10 dead roaches throughout front counter area 4 dead roaches in reach in cooler under pizza toppings 1 dead roach in approximately 3lbs of feta cheese on cooks line
Sep 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment operating after issuance of an Emergency Order of Suspension of license. Observed food preparation and cooking being conducted during callback inspection on 9/23/2024.
Establishment removed/covered/defaced closure sign posted by the division. Observed closure sign removed from front door at the time of callback inspection on 9/23/2024.
Sep 23, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Can of raid under cooks line and can of raid by door on clean dish rack
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on wall behind dish rack near back door of kitchen 1 live roach on dish rack above three compartment sink 4 live roaches on wall under 3 compartment sink Approximately 16 live roaches in front counter area and display 3 live roaches on back door of kitchen
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sausage in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer in rear of kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in front hand sink
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 75 dead roaches on floor under shelving in dish area. Approximately 50 dead roaches floating in grease under cooks line One dead roach in mop bucket with mop and water Approximately 10 dead roaches throughout front counter area 4 dead roaches in reach in cooler under pizza toppings 1 dead roach in approximately 3lbs of feta cheese on cooks line
Sep 17, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Can of raid under cooks line and can of raid by door on clean dish rack
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on wall behind dish rack near back door of kitchen 1 live roach on dish rack above three compartment sink 4 live roaches on wall under 3 compartment sink Approximately 16 live roaches in front counter area and display 3 live roaches on back door of kitchen
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 dead roach in approximately 3lbs of feta cheese on cooks line
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sausage in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer in rear of kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in front hand sink
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 75 dead roaches on floor under shelving in dish area. Approximately 50 dead roaches floating in grease under cooks line One dead roach in mop bucket with mop and water Approximately 10 dead roaches throughout front counter area 4 dead roaches in reach in cooler under pizza toppings 1 dead roach in approximately 3lbs of feta cheese on cooks line
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil on floor in kitchen
Jun 18, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Three employees two cooks and one front end.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. During inspection unable to provide any test kit for all quaternary nor chlorine sanitizer.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ambient air thermometer not located in the coolest part of the hot holding unit. During inspection observed reach in stand alone gray cooler- no thermometer ambient internal.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. In front of deli cooler used for pasta and in front of stand-a-lone wall of reach in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. During inspection observed the stand alone reach in cooler leaking from top. No food being contaminated with dripping water.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer front of restaurant. White small.
Apr 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Location: silver stand alone fridge Initial temp at time 1:00pm a. Ricotta cheese 47F (cold holding) b. Not (not cut) new package of ham 49F (cold holding) c. Mozzarella 50F (cold holding) d. Cook pasta 45(cold holding) manger put in other glass reach in cooler Re-temp at 1:00pm a. Ricotta cheese 40F (cold holding) b. Mozzarella 41F (cold holding) c. Whole package new ham 38F (cold holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Pizza on back cutting boards rack cooked at 10:00am No time mark. Employee put time mark on.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Three employees two cooks and one front end.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. During inspection unable to provide any test kit for all quaternary nor chlorine sanitizer.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ambient air thermometer not located in the coolest part of the hot holding unit. During inspection observed reach in stand alone gray cooler- no thermometer ambient internal.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. In front of deli cooler used for pasta and in front of stand-a-lone wall of reach in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. During inspection observed the stand alone reach in cooler leaking from top. No food being contaminated with dripping water.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer front of restaurant. White small.
Feb 14, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Establishment undercooked cold smoked salmon not identified on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No proof for recently hire employee Devon Shambley, and employee hired more than 60 days ago. Deallor Spicer. Will email employee health reporting agreement.
Cutting boards on reach-in coolers has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield in warewashing area is cracked.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler doors in kitchen.
Dec 7, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Establishment undercooked cold smoked salmon not identified on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No proof for recently hire employee Devon Shambley, and employee hired more than 60 days ago. Deallor Spicer. Will email employee health reporting agreement.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-serve bowl stored inside cheese in reach-in cooler. Single-serve bowl stored inside black pepper and red pepper flakes on bottom shelf of prep table.
Cutting boards on reach-in coolers has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield in warewashing area is cracked.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink only sign at hand wash sink. Hand wash sink located near front counter does not have a poster or sign notifying employees that they must wash hands. Will email hand wash sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler doors in kitchen.
Dec 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Comminuted meat not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 155 degrees Fahrenheit for 17 seconds or equivalent time/temperature combination as specified in cooking chart. meatballs (97F - Cooking) Operator placed in pizza oven for re heating. Re temp meatballs 173f
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Bottom shelf of prep table next to floor mixer # 10 can of tomatoes dented at seam.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee leave kitchen area and go outside of establishment, then return and bare hand touch ready-to-eat strawberries that were not going to be re heated to 145f Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene practices. Operator discarded strawberries.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee leave kitchen area and go outside of establishment, then return and bare hand touch ready-to-eat strawberries that were not going to be re heated to 145f Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene practices. Operator discarded strawberries.
Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed employee leave kitchen area and go outside of establishment, then return and bare hand touch ready-to-eat strawberries that were not going to be re heated to 145f Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene practices. Operator discarded strawberries.
No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cooked pasta in stand-alone refrigerator. Operator placed raw shell eggs at bottom shelf of refrigerator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Operator unable to determine time fresh garlic in butter 78f held on prep table. Discussed with operator adding item to time as a public health control.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic container stored inside of bowl of hand wash sink located at front counter.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Establishment undercooked cold smoked salmon not identified on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No proof for recently hire employee Devon Shambley, and employee hired more than 60 days ago. Deallor Spicer. Will email employee health reporting agreement.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-serve bowl stored inside cheese in reach-in cooler. Single-serve bowl stored inside black pepper and red pepper flakes on bottom shelf of prep table.
Cutting boards on reach-in coolers has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Bottom shelf of prep table next to floor mixer # 10 can of tomatoes dented at seam.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table near floor mixer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield in warewashing area is cracked.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink only sign at hand wash sink. Hand wash sink located near front counter does not have a poster or sign notifying employees that they must wash hands. Will email hand wash sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler doors in kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Raw beef not covered in reach-in freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spray bottle containing truffle oil above prep table not labeled. Multiple containers of white powder stored on bottom shelf not labeled.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.