BROOKLYN PIZZA
5681 PERSHING AVE, Orlando FL 32822 · 4072820110
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
AUG 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shredded mozzarella 48F-50F in walk in cooler
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,080
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021044230 | Aug 19, 2021 | Apr 1, 2022 | $560 |
| 4--2015049895 | Sep 30, 2015 | Dec 30, 2015 | $520 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Cough syrup and ibuprofen on shelf in kitchen with spices. Operator removed
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee working cash register put on gloves without washing hands before working with food
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute beverage station in dining room
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Old manager took with him Gave operator copy
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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. Missing for cashiers that do food preparation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Bin of Shredded cheese and bins of chicken wings prepared yesterday morning not date marked in walk in cooler Operator date marked
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage closet
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dusty Throughout
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Used on white chest freezer lid Front panel to ice machine on top of beverage machine in dining room
Equipment in poor repair. Panel missing to front of one of the ovens Gasket torn white upright reach in freezer
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen and dining room
Hole in or other damage to wall. In storage room behind door Ladies room
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Pizza peel on top of soiled oven Operator switched
Light not functioning. In storage room
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In storage area
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle with clear substance at dough table not labeled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -throughout kitchen
Ceiling tile missing. -men's restroom
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Dead roaches on premises. -12 dead roaches under soda fountain table, viewable by hook in wall in dry storage
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -drink on cook line cooler cutting board
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -2 employees with no hair restraint
Equipment in poor repair. -pizza oven missing front panel
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -floor tiles damaged throughout
Hole in or other damage to wall. -walls in disrepair through kitchen and dry storage
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled
Sep 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. shredded cheese (47-48F - Cold Holding)in walk in cooler shredded yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. shredded cheese (47-48F - Cold Holding)in walk in cooler shredded yesterday.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board pizza make table Slicer Ice chute drink station
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage closet
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2025 displayed Operator printed during inspection
Equipment in poor repair. Pizza make table All items on 4 hour time plan Work order in Gasket make table
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several in kitchen
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster on grass by street
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Pizza peel on top of soiled oven
Light not functioning. In storage area
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. One in storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach make table Fan covers in walk in cooler Shelving over 3 compartment sink and over where garlic knots are stored
Stored food not covered. Pan of garlic knots on top of freezer in kitchen not covered Operator covered
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Flooring in dining room separating
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make table sliced provolone (46F - Cold Holding); diced ham (46F) Per operator less than 4 hours. Put in freezer to rapid chill
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Gave operator a copy and he filled out
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Pizza time marked but plan not filled out. Gave operator a copy and he filled out.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In storage room
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Pizza make table. Operator not using Operator has a work order in Gasket reach in freezer
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster
Hole in or other damage to wall. Under 3 compartment sink
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Pizza peel stored on top of dirty oven.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In storage room
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers walk in Shelves over triple sink
Aug 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel under cucumber in make table
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee opened walk in door with gloves on and then started working with food without washing hands and changing gloves.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Triple sink
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shredded mozzarella 48F-50F in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded mozzarella (50F - Cold Holding) In walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board make line
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator filled out.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Filled out during inspection.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No marking
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage room
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In storage room.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Making pizza
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on freezer by dish sink Sprayer on hand sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster
Hole in or other damage to wall. By triple sink Behind storage room door
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Pizza peel stored on top of dirty oven
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Storage room
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's room
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents in hood Top of pizza oven Fan covers walk in Shelves over triple sink
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate14 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Wd40 and bug spray stored on sink where cutting boards are set up to dry. Bottle of windex next to pizza boxes.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies room.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage room.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. In storage room.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen and dining room.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. White stand up reach in freezer. Bowed wooden shelves over 3 compartment sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen and ware washing area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside pizza oven.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood, top of pizza oven soiled.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old restaurant equipment and fencing on side of building.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Handsink faucet.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate10 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. Ricotta cheese in make line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Roasting pans.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Gave operator a copy to fill out.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Uses Time as a Public Health Control but does not have the written plan.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hallway by bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In walk in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair.wood shelving bowed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Side of building sitting on grass.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood grease buildup
Open dumpster lid.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Side of building old equipment, fencing.
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.