BELLA ROMA TUSCAN GRILL
11535 HUTCHINSON BLVD, Panama City Beach FL 32407
Last inspected Nov 7, 2025 · 13 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on wall behind oven. Manager killed and discarded roach, cleaned and sanitized the area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025083396 | Nov 6, 2025 | Feb 4, 2026 | $400 |
| 6--2024035640 | Dec 4, 2023 | Nov 20, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Nov 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on wall behind oven. Manager killed and discarded roach, cleaned and sanitized the area.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead stuck to tape on sign by dish pit. Manager discarded dead roach, and cleaned sanitized the area.
Nov 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on wall behind oven. Manager killed and discarded roach, cleaned and sanitized the area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Desert/salad station hand wash sink blocked by box and a make table lid. Manager removed items during inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. 2 cooks and 2 servers observed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dish pit. Restocked during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in pasta station.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead stuck to tape on sign by dish pit. Manager discarded dead roach, and cleaned sanitized the area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stored in crack between pizza reach in cooler and hand wash sink splash guard.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris on griddle box under pizza prep area table.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closing device on kitchen back door broken. Gap at bottom of back door to kitchen.
Sep 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw steak stored over brucetta mix. Steak removed from unit during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Back side of slicer blade soiled. Employee cleaned slicer during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water knob does not work on sauté station hand wash sink. Water from cold side temped at 77F.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use knifes stored in crack between pizza station reach in cooler and splash guard. Employee removed knives and sent them to dish area for cleaning and relocating.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler shelves soiled.
Stored food not covered. Uncovered Bolognese, marinara, and Cajun sauce in walk-in cooler. Items covered during inspection.
May 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic wrap stored on top, and make table lid store in front of pantry station hand wash sink. Manager removed items during inspection.
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Per chef Caesar dressing contains raw egg. Not marked on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment requires chlorine test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At pantry station, expo, and employee bathroom. Manager restocked paper towels during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at employee bathroom hand sink and at pantry station sink.
Water turned off at right side hand wash sink in men's room. Manager turned water on at time of inspection.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale
Data plate/operating specifications provided on dishmachine do not match type of sanitizer method in use. Observed quaternary sanitizer connected to bar dish machine. Per data plate machine requires chlorine sanitizer. Operator connected chlorine to machine during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in crack by sauté station and in prep area. Manager removed knives and send to dish pit for cleaning and relocating.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Drain under dish area.
Jan 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no Manager Certification for anyone in restaurant.
Nov 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw lamb stored over raw dough. Chef moved dough to different rack.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice bin and soda gun at bar with mold like substance.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no Manager Certification for anyone in restaurant.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to grill or at bar hand wash sink near dish machine.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed raw oysters in shell in walk in cooler. Manager states for him and his son only. Oysters not marked for personal use.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between equipment and wall. Chef removed and took to dish area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water at 77F. Chef removed and put in dish area.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws on bar not wrapped.
Jun 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Apr 4, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 2 portions of penne with date of 3-28 in reach in cooler and 7 portions of Lasagna dated 3-26 in walk in cooler. Manager had employee throw away.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no Manager certificate at this time. This violation is being addressed on prior callback.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to dish area and in prep area. Manager had employee restocked paper towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice bin with mold like substance.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed open cup with coffee behind the line in kitchen and open top water next to bread station. Manager had employees throw away.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in water at 100F.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed straws set on front counter at bar not wrapped.
Feb 2, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Dec 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw veal over clams in walk in cooler. Manager moved veal to bottom shelf.
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.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in hand wash sink in back of kitchen and at behind bar. Also no soap at hand wash sink behind bar. Manager had employee add both.
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.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon thawed in ROP commercially processed package without a slit in package. Manager opened all packages and put salmon in separate pan.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed open top beverage above pizza prep area. Manager threw away.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between side of equipment and wall. Manager removed knife and put in dish area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in 98F water in pan in kitchen. Manager took all utensils to dish area.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons with food contact side up in storage container. Manager changed to handle side up.
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