BOBARINO'S PIZZERIA
20 MAGNOLIA AVE, Englewood FL 34223 · 941-473-0000
Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jun 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of dented marinara sauce. Operator segregated for return to vendor.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Operator date marked.
In-use spatulas stored in between pieces of equipment. Observed serving spatulas and pizza cutter stored between exterior wall of the walk in cooler and an electrical line going the the walk in cooler. operator removed utensils.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets to the right of the pizza ovens soiled.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles on push cart next to single service storage service container lids and on shelf next walk-in cooler above food items. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed lasagna cake, tiramisu, cheeses and cold cuts in walk-in cooler, employee stated the commercial items listed above had been opened more than 24 hours prior, then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna and cream cake in walk-in cooler Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior, and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on push cart and shelf next walk-in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide not adequately secured.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Nov 6, 2024Inspection 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink by 3 compartment sink blocked with pans in sink. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cook place pan of raw sausage under faucet of handwashing sink to put water in the pan prior to cooking. Educated employee on proper proc and use of handwashing sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of window clean hanging on rack above pizza station. Operator remove bottle.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on prep table.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris along side fryer and stove.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Dec 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by fry station. Observed employee replace towels.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed bags cannoli cream and milk that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna in reach-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 4-5-23
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled by 3 compartment sink.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed cart with equipment on next to hand wash sink under soap dispenser.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eat plate of food at food prep counter in kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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.