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BROTHERS PIZZA INC.

6516 MASSACHUSETTES AVENUE, New Port Richey FL 34653 · 727-400-3220

Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats35
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6113413
Grade history
AUG 24
JAN 25
MAR 25
JAN 26
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings in trays on storage rack 3 rodent droppings on floor behind white refrigerator in kitchen 35 rodent droppings under storage rack in kitchen
High priority/35A-04-4
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Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $840

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2026005183Jan 21, 2026Feb 12, 2026$400
3--2019055779Sep 9, 2019Dec 17, 2019$440

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips expired 9/2023.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 1 bottle not labeled. The operator labeled the bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 22, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back door left open during operating hours
Basic/35B-05-4/Return visit Jan 22, 2026 · Door currently closed Time Extended
Jan 21, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings in trays on storage rack 3 rodent droppings on floor behind white refrigerator in kitchen 35 rodent droppings under storage rack in kitchen
High priority/35A-04-4
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. Emailed form 5030-104 to operator
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled, and food slicer with old debris buildup.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall behind and close to the floor behind dry storage shelving unit.
Basic/36-24-5
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster or vomit cleanup poster available. Emailed form HR 5030-105 to operator
Basic/51-13-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an open drink in the cooler under a prep table at the front counter.
Basic/12B-13-4
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back door left open during operating hours
Basic/35B-05-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed raw unwashed onions and unwashed lettuce stored above ready to eat foods in two-door reach in cooler, rear of kitchen.
Basic/08B-17-4
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Anna S. Expired 12/30/24, no other employees hired less than 60 days.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. 2"" paint brush in oil in reach in cooler
Intermediate/14-14-4
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Bucket on cart over plastic utensils, operator moved bucket to bottom
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Feb 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On cart over to go items, operator moved to lower shelf
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 10 ppm, corrected to 50 ppm
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Jul 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In 2 door reach in cooler by front counter - (44F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (44F - Cold Holding), operator will turn cooler down and monitor
High priority/03A-02-5
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. Emailed poster to owner (5030-104)
Intermediate/11-27-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On cart over to go silverware, operator discarded
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Bucket of pizza sauce on floor in walk in cooler
Basic/08B-38-4
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On table over pizza boxes
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On counter in kitchen
Basic/21-12-4
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At front counter 0 ppm, corrected to 50 ppm
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site

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.