BELLA'S PIZZERIA
500 STATE ROAD 436, Casselberry FL 32707 · 4072370996
Last inspected Apr 24, 2026 · 20 visits since July 2023
AUG 24
MAR 25
JUN 25
NOV 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -6 dead roaches in glue trap on top of paper tower dispenser directly below pizza box storage shelves -1 dead roach on paper towel dispenser Approximately 24 trapped in glue trap on wire shelving in dish area. 1 dead in trap behind men's room toilet.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025027657 | Mar 25, 2025 | Apr 17, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
20 visits, newest first
Apr 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board make table Inside fryer Dough mixer Meat slicer
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Lasagna in make table, pulled from freezer this morning.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's room Operator fixed
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Behind curtain in storage room on floor
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave over pizza table Operator cleaned
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside cooking equipment
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old mixer behind curtain
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooking equipment
Feb 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board - interior of all reaching coolers - Ice Chute - can opener
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. - old mixer, old display cabinet
Jan 21, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board - interior of all reaching coolers - Ice Chute - can opener
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of cooking equipment.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -reach-in cooler shelves
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. - old mixer, old display cabinet
Dec 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board -interior of all reach in coolers
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/. -In use food preparation equipment located in guest area, no plan review
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. -pizza oven front panel -torn roach in cooler gaskets
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 19, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board -interior of all reach in coolers
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/. -In use food preparation equipment located in guest area, no plan review
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. -pizza oven front panel -torn roach in cooler gaskets
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board - interior of all reaching coolers - Ice Chute - can opener
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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/.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. - pizza oven front panel -torn gasket on reach in cooler.
In-use spatula stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of cooking equipment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -reach-in cooler shelves
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. - old mixer, old display cabinet
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - mop stored in mop bucket
Sep 16, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board -interior of all reach in coolers
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/. -In use food preparation equipment located in guest area, no plan review
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -pizza oven front panel -torn roach in cooler gaskets
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 7, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board -interior of all reach in coolers
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/. -In use food preparation equipment located in guest area, no plan review
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. -dough mixer in use in dining room area
Equipment in poor repair. -pizza oven front panel -torn roach in cooler gaskets
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -reach in cooler gaskets soiled -exterior of microwave next to oven -top of pizza oven -shelf above pizza table
Only means for public to access the bathroom is through a food preparation, ware washing, or food storage area. -customers can only access restrooms by tracing though active prep area used to mix pizza dough
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -all reach in coolers
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -Reuse of ricotta cheese container for various food items
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance equipment stored and mixed in with food items
Jun 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 37 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority8 Intermediate24 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -employee put on gloves before working with dough, no hand wash
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw chicken next to unwashed vegetables
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken over cheese
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -chemicals stored with single service items and soda bag in a box
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. -chlorine exceeding 200ppm -operator remade 50ppm
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -Ranch and blue cheese opened not date makes, open longer than 4 days less than 7
Employee using bare hand contact with nonready-to-eat food (such as raw animal food or flour) unnecessarily without the use of gloves, deli paper, scoops, tongs or other utensils. -unnecessary bare hand contact with flour sweeping flour on bowl rim into mixer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board -interior of all reach in coolers
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -ice in hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -quat test strips
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/. -In use food preparation equipment located in guest area, no plan review
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -degreaser unlabeled
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. -multiple cans of spray paint
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soufflé cup in spices
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -Above dough mixer
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Drain cover(s) missing. -under 3 compartment sink -under prep sink
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. -drink with no lid stored on top of ice machine
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -multiple food items in establishment not segregated from food meant for consumer
Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. -dough mixer in use in dining room area
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -all employees
Equipment in poor repair. -pizza oven front panel -torn roach in cooler gaskets
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear exit door
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -sugar scoop handle in contact with sugar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -reach in cooler gaskets soiled -exterior of microwave next to oven -top of pizza oven -shelf above pizza table
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
Only means for public to access the bathroom is through a food preparation, ware washing, or food storage area. -customers can only access restrooms by tracing though active prep area used to mix pizza dough
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -all reach in coolers
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -Reuse of ricotta cheese container for various food items
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance equipment stored and mixed in with food items
Stored food not covered. -sugar container
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -unwashed produce over tea and cheese
Utensils in poor condition. -whisk handle burned
Mar 26, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board at all reach in coolers soiled/ stained -bowl used for dough not currently in use not clean
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -degreaser not labeled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -ceiling above food storage and equip not smooth and easily cleanable
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. -clean utensils stored in dirty bins
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -reach in coolers throughout establishment gaskets torn and soiled
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -interior of all in use cold holding reach in coolers soiled with food debris
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance and cleaning equipment stored with food items in office area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall behind cooking equipment soiled with grease
Mar 26, 2025■ 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. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -4 live roaches in glue trap above paper towel dispenser 1 live in glue trap above hand wash sink by back door 1 in 2 door low boy reach in cooler used for dry storage. Approximately 15 in gap in wall in sink in wall opposite kitchen hand wash sink 7 live trapped in glue trap in sink area on wire shelving. 1 live in trap under triple sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board at all reach in coolers soiled/ stained -bowl used for dough not currently in use not clean
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -degreaser not labeled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -ceiling above food storage and equip not smooth and easily cleanable
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. -clean utensils stored in dirty bins
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -reach in coolers throughout establishment gaskets torn and soiled
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -interior of all in use cold holding reach in coolers soiled with food debris
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance and cleaning equipment stored with food items in office area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall behind cooking equipment soiled with grease
Mar 26, 2025■ 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. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -4 live roaches in glue trap above paper towel dispenser 1 live in glue trap above hand wash sink by back door 1 in 2 door low boy reach in cooler used for dry storage. Approximately 15 in gap in wall in sink in wall opposite kitchen hand wash sink 7 live trapped in glue trap in sink area on wire shelving. 1 live in trap under triple sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board at all reach in coolers soiled/ stained -bowl used for dough not currently in use not clean
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -degreaser not labeled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -ceiling above food storage and equip not smooth and easily cleanable
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. -clean utensils stored in dirty bins
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -reach in coolers throughout establishment gaskets torn and soiled
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -interior of all in use cold holding reach in coolers soiled with food debris
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance and cleaning equipment stored with food items in office area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall behind cooking equipment soiled with grease
Mar 25, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. -employee not washing hands between tasks
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -4 live roaches in glue trap above paper towel dispenser 1 live in glue trap above hand wash sink by back door 1 in 2 door low boy reach in cooler used for dry storage. Approximately 15 in gap in wall in sink in wall opposite kitchen hand wash sink 7 live trapped in glue trap in sink area on wire shelving. 1 live in trap under triple sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board at all reach in coolers soiled/ stained -bowl used for dough not currently in use not clean
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -degreaser not labeled
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -6 dead roaches in glue trap on top of paper tower dispenser directly below pizza box storage shelves -1 dead roach on paper towel dispenser Approximately 24 trapped in glue trap on wire shelving in dish area. 1 dead in trap behind men's room toilet.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -ceiling above food storage and equip not smooth and easily cleanable
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. -clean utensils stored in dirty bins
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach inside reach in cooler on food container lid -1 dead roach in gasket of reach in cooler 1 oil drop in freezer 2 dead in triple sink. 1 dead in white stand up freezer 2 dead in Maxx cold 2 door cooler next to cookline. 3 dead in cabinet under soda machine 1 dead under soda machine.
Employee eating while preparing food. -employee eating white preparing peppers
Equipment in poor repair. -reach in coolers throughout establishment gaskets torn and soiled
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -interior of all in use cold holding reach in coolers soiled with food debris
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance and cleaning equipment stored with food items in office area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall behind cooking equipment soiled with grease
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. See stop sale.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. -pizzas for slices -Operator provided with blank procedures document
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's restroom door not fully closing
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Apr 18, 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 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - no CFM for establishment
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - worn floors throughput kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filter - countertop below flat top grill
Feb 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - no CFM for establishment
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. - marinated chicken from yesterday - cooked pasta from yesterday
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - worn floors throughput kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filter - countertop below flat top grill
Nov 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/. - ownership change in May 2023 without plan review. Ice machine in hallway not on previous plans.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - throughout kitchen
Sep 6, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/. - ownership change in May 2023 without plan review. Ice machine in hallway not on previous plans.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - throughout kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters
Jul 7, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. - chlorine >500 ppm. Operator added water to dilute. Final read 100ppm
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/. - ownership change in May 2023 without plan review. Ice machine in hallway not on previous plans.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - throughout kitchen
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - heat lamp bulbs made of glass not shielded
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. - in hallway leading to bathroom unlocked
Jul 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - front cooler - cucumber salad <4 hours (48f-53F) - potato salad <4 hours (48-55fF) - humus <4 hours (66F) - feta <4 hours (56F - Cold Holding) - Taziki sauce <4 hours (53F - Cold Holding) - employee states will add more ice to unit.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. - chlorine >500 ppm. Operator added water to dilute. Final read 100ppm
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/. - ownership change in May 2023 without plan review. Ice machine in hallway not on previous plans.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. - chain not secured
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - cellphone and earbuds next to clean food containers on storage shelf
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - throughout kitchen
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. - hanging over rice pot and food blenders
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - heat lamp bulbs made of glass not shielded
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - provided to operator by email
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. - in Maxx Cold refrigerator
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. - in hallway leading to bathroom unlocked
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.