BOCCA LUPO COAL FIRED PIZZA
12105 MERCADO DR, Venice FL 34293 · 941-676-9653
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 small flies insects at back chemical and mop sink area. Observed 3 small flying insects by can rack.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards at dessert station and pizza station soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat from last inspection 6-10-26
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at dessert station and pizza station. Repeat from last inspection 6-10-26
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer door.
Jun 10, 2026Inspection 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 canned/bottled drinks. Observed cases of raw chicken stored over kegs in the walk in cooler. Reviewed with the operator on proper procedure.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed the prep sink out of soap. Operator placed more there.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for their 4hr marked chicken wings and pizza sauce. Emailed the operator a copy and he filled it out.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed the top of the dish machine with debris buildup.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple single service cups used as scoops. Operator removed them.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceilings vents and tiles in the establishment with dust and grease buildup.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple heavily grooved cutting boards on their make tables.
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed top section of make tables next to fryers is soiled with food debris and grease buildup along edges and hinges on the inside of lid. Observed cutting board at front counter is soiled. Repeat from last inspection 1-22-25
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat from last inspection 1-22-25
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed shelf in walk-in cooler holding cases of raw chicken is broken and no longer 6 inches off ground.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, and dust on multiple surfaces throughout kitchen. Repeat 1-22-25
Old food stuck to clean squeeze bottles and plastic containers at clean dish rack.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at clean dish rack.
Vents at cooks line soiled with grease and dust. Vents at dishwasher area soiled with dust and mold-like substance.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walls throughout kitchen soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Jan 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Repeat 8-19-24
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards through out kitchen soiled and worn. Observed mold-like-substance on soda gun at bar. Repeat 8-19-24
Handwash sink in walk-in-cooler by salad station not accessible for employee use at all times, blocked by beer kegs. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 8-19-24
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the 3 compartment sink at bar and dishmachine in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at pizza station.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold-like-substance. On interior of ice machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dishwasher is soiled and has accumulated debris and soiled towels. Repeat 8-19-24
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat 8-19-24
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observe lids and utensils stored in dirty pans and clean dish rack.
Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverages in walk-in-cooler over food. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages on shelf at bar over clean equipment.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor at dishwasher area and cooks line has become worn and exposed concrete.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat 8-19-24
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper on wall over prep table next to walk-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 8-19-24
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf at clean dish rack soiled with grease and dust. Observed equipment at cooks line has excessive dust and grease on it. Repeat 8-19-24
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit to left rear of kitchen blocked by equipment on floor. Repeat 8-19-24
Aug 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on prep table by walk-in-cooler next to food. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 11-2-23
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Email operator Big 6 food borne illnesses poster and management responsibilities. DBPR HR Form 5030-165
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 cheese, and sour cream portion cups in walk-in-cooler opened more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, and was not properly date marked. Repeat 11-2-23. Repeat 11-2-23
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed nozzle soda gun at bar had mold-like-substance. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink at cooks line and walk-in-cooler blocked by items in front of sink and chemical spray bottles in sinks. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at handwashing sink in salad station walk-in-cooler was not working. Operator tightened faucet and returned hot water to working. Repeat 11-2-23
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat 11-2-23
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat 11-2-23
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease and dust. Repeat 11-2-23
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed shelf and containers at dishwasher area use to store clean dishes are dirty.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of sauce on floor at cooks line and walk-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat 11-2-23 Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device under bar over and next to clean equipment and alcohol bottles.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed building of dust, flour and grease on equipment at cooks line and prep area. Repeat 11-2-23
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils at dishwasher area. Repeat11-2-23
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat 11-2-23
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed back door emergency exit of kitchen was blocked by empty kegs, equipment and cleaning materials. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Nov 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority6 Intermediate12 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese 63F and sausage 58F at pizza station. Observed operator close lid on reach-in cooler and recheck temperature 40 minutes later at cheese 41F and sausage 43F
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage on sauce at cooks line steam table cook stated sausage had been in steam table for 2 hours. Cook reheated sausage on stove to 171F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on counter next to dough mixer. Employee removed chemical spray bottle. Repeat 7-11-23.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager is unaware of basic issues pertaining to food safety.
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 assorted cheeses and cold cuts in Walk-in coolers that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 7-11-23
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at cooks line. Repeat 7-11-23
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in Walk-in cooler by salad station used as dump sink with garbanzo beans in it.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepare chicken, sausage and sauce in Walk-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 7-11-23
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water not working at hand wash sink in Walk-in cooler salad station.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat 7-11-23
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat 7-11-23
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents over cooks line soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Repeat 7-11-23
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowl used for mixing chicken wings and sauce stored on top shelf at cooks line not covered or protected.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cooks line. Repeat 7-11-23
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils throughout kitchen. Repeat 7-11-23
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat 7-11-23
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in pasta at cooks line reach-in-freezer. Observed operator move scoop
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed surfaces throughout kitchen and prep area with build dust, grease and soil. Repeat 7-11-23
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. At rack next to dishwasher machine Repeat 7-11-23.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At rack by dishwasher machine. Repeat 7-11-23
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed foil single service containers at cooks line not inverted or protected.
Jul 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 cut hams and cheeses opened more then 24 hours 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 meatball, cooked sausage, and sauces prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen with buildup of dust.
Jul 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed at 3 compartment at bar.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 small flies insects at back chemical and mop sink area. Observed 3 small flying insects by can rack.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical sanitizer spray bottles on can rack shelf above food and on prep table by back door.
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 cut hams and cheeses opened more then 24 hours as per employee statement not date marked.
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. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards throughout kitchen soiled. Repeat 11-30-22
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meatball, cooked sausage, and sauces prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop in flour bin at prep table,souffles cups as scoops in butter and spices at cooks line. Observed operator remove no handle scoops.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles at cooks line and pizza station. Rep 11-30-22
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen with buildup of dust.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on prep table by back door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under and behind equipment throughout kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed operator remove tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed make table lid, stove, and cooks line equipment with build of grease snd food debris.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils at clean pan rack.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat 11-30-22
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed back exit by mop sink blocked by equipment. Observed operator move equipment.
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