BEN'S PIZZA
3174 NW FEDERAL HWY, Jensen Beach FL 34957 · 786-557-6126
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
SEP 24
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OCT 25
MAY 26
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 21 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 live roach crawling on floor under prep area at front counter.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 2 cans pineapple dented to seam of can.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stainless steel polish stored over food service gloves at rack by triple sink. Operator stored chemicals properly.
Drain cover(s) missing. At produce wash sink in back kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of margarine stored on floor in walk in cooler.
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In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in contact with flour in storage bin.
May 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Prep table surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed toaster soiled with food debris at front counter. Per operator, items scheduled for cleaning service.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink cup on top of flour bag in kitchen. Operator removed.
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent above walk in cooler in back kitchen area.
Sep 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of chunked pineapples under prep table in back kitchen. See stop sale.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 live roach crawling on floor under prep area at front counter.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wash cloth quaternary sanitizer at 500+ppm. Operator mixed new solution to 150ppm.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent above walk in cooler in back kitchen area.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked ice bucket in soda storage area. Operator discarded.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of cheese on floor of walk-in cooler. Operator Stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in tall stainless reach in freezer at back kitchen area.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed personal food raw shell eggs stored above packaged Parmesan cheese on prep area Operator stored properly
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by cart on front counter Operator removed
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Stored food not covered. Chocolate cake inside walk-in cooler Operator covered
shelves with rust on dishwasher area
Sep 8, 2023Inspection 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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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling money followed by handling spatula and plates for service of pizza. Employee washed hands.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed Non food grade brush for garlic oil in reach in cooler, operator discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed Employee yogurt over cucumbers walk in cooler, energy powder over croutons dry storage. All products stored properly.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink prep area hot water nozzle not working.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Thawing meatballs in sink, no running water. Operator placed inside walk in cooler.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed Unwashed mango over ready to eat mushrooms walk in cooler. All products stored properly.
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.