BIG BANG PIZZERIA
977 SW 71 AVE, North Lauderdale FL 33068 · 9545120565
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed white American date marked 3/21 in reach in cooler. See stop sale.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025063797 | Aug 1, 2025 | Oct 22, 2025 | $200 |
| 2--2021004863 | Jan 28, 2021 | Apr 21, 2021 | $400 |
| 2--2018011961 | Mar 2, 2018 | Apr 5, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In kitchen, handwashing sink blocked by open door to kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In dining room by kitchen entrance, pizza boxes stored on floor.
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in 3 door asta reach in cooler in kitchen, bread stored in printed to go bags. Operator removed and placed in clear food grade bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at pizza station flip top - Pizza sauce (50F - Cold Holding). Per operator item was out for less than 1 hour ago. Operator placed house made pizza sauce on Time / temperature control.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed employee restroom missing covered receptacle.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 1. Observed on front counter in kitchen, employee protein powder stored on food preparation counter. 2. Reach in freezer next to triple sink - employee ice cream stored amongst customer food. Operator removed and stored away items from food for customers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in kitchen, pizza flip top surface is soiled with with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Aug 1, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter dessert cooler - Cheese cake (50F - Cold Holding); Cannoli (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were in the cooler since 7-28. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter dessert cooler - Cheese cake (50F - Cold Holding); Cannoli (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or portioned today. Items were in the cooler since 7-28. See stop sale.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At cook line opposite fryer employee beverage on prep counter. Operator removed.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hood above fryer station has accumulation of grease.
Mar 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed avocados stored with raw shell eggs in reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed white American date marked 3/21 in reach in cooler. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed white American date marked 3/21 in reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler next to back exit and reach in cooler, wings (44-45F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler next to back exit and reach in cooler, wings (44-45F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed parsley stored next to ready to eat hot dogs in reach in cooler in kitchen. Manager removed and washed avocados.
Aug 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling cell phone then engaged in food prep.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked pasta below flip top cooler. Employee inverted.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Pedro Sandoval has appointment aug 6
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on shelf next to hoagie rolls
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On cook line
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Pedro Sandoval
Spray bottle containing toxic degreaser substance not labeled.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in flour container the handle in contact with flour.
Jul 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In Atosa reach in cooler, container of raw shell eggs above containers of alfredo sauce and pizza sauce. Employee moved eggs to bottom of cooler.
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