BUCA DI BEPPO
6282 W IRLO BRONSON MEMORIAL HWY, Celebration FL 34747
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. milk (60F - Cold Holding); chocolate milk (64F - Cold Holding) In reach in cooler at bar overnight per operator
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several floor tiles missing near dish machine Grout worn in same area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Around walk in freezer door frame
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Several ovens on cookline
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In reach in coolers underneath first and last make tables on cookline
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Stored food not covered. Tray of cooked chicken in walk in cooler fully cooled and stored overnight per operator
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. One inside of reach in cooler at salad station Operator removed
May 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. High temperature dish machine in kitchen not reaching 160F
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. milk (60F - Cold Holding); chocolate milk (64F - Cold Holding) In reach in cooler at bar overnight per operator
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (60F - Cold Holding); chocolate milk (64F - Cold Holding) In reach in cooler at bar overnight per operator See stop sale Operator discarded
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink in prep area
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets on prep table in front of walk in cooler Operator inverted
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several floor tiles missing near dish machine Grout worn in same area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Around walk in freezer door frame
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. One on cookline Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Several ovens on cookline
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On several clean pans throughout facility Operator removed labels from pans at warewashing station
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In reach in coolers underneath first and last make tables on cookline
Stored food not covered. Tray of cooked chicken in walk in cooler fully cooled and stored overnight per operator
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. One inside of reach in cooler at salad station Operator removed
Feb 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pasta intensive at wait staff area not inverted
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cooking equipment on cooks line and under prep tables at prep area heavily soiled
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. On cooks line
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Sanitized container at dish wash area
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in coolers and hot holding containers on cooks line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at beginning of cooks line
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink at prep area
Feb 6, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate16 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter at wait staff area temping at 47F per operator on counter less than 2 hours.operator moved to walk in cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at wait staff area
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pasta intensive at wait staff area not inverted
Dead roaches on premises. Dead roach in reach in cooler next to potatoes on cooks line. Operator cleaned,removed and sanitized area
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Heat machine not sanitizing. Facility has triple sink set up
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee drinks in reach in cooler at wait staff station
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food prep without a hair net or hat
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cooking equipment on cooks line and under prep tables at prep area heavily soiled
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. On cooks line
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bag of ice on floor of walk in freezer
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Sanitized container at dish wash area
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between make table and reach in cooler at salad station
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water at hot well on cooks line temping at 110F
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cooks line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in coolers and hot holding containers on cooks line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at beginning of cooks line
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink at prep area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar and panko at prep area
May 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handles on cookline
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tile grout throughout kitchen has worn out
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On bread warmer in drink station Operator removed
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. One on clean dish rack in warewashing area Operator removed to clean
May 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. red sauce (46F - Cold Holding); poached garlic (50F - Cold Holding); chopped mozzarella (50F - Cold Holding) All in pizza make table across from ovens at end of cookline overnight per operator salad mix in cooler overnight per operator (50F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at salad station in expo area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. red sauce (46F - Cold Holding); poached garlic (50F - Cold Holding); chopped mozzarella (50F - Cold Holding) All in pizza make table across from ovens at end of cookline overnight per operator salad mix in cooler overnight per operator (50F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at salad station in expo area
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager came in during inspection
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handles on cookline
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several in prep area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tile grout throughout kitchen has worn out
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On bread warmer in drink station Operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents in hood over cookline
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. One on clean dish rack in warewashing area Operator removed to clean
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad make table and make table at beginning of cookline next to reach in cooler
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms over prepped ready to eat sauces in walk in cooler
Oct 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 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. Milk open 2 days ago no date mark.
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. Provided to operator and he print it and start sign it.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. broken lids used to covered sugar and flour.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler shelves.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom make table.
Oct 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher at the bar area 0 ppm.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk open 2 days ago no date mark.
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. Provided to operator and he print it and start sign it.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plate at the bar area.
Drain cover(s) missing. Dishwasher area. Operator cover it.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. broken lids used to covered sugar and flour.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler shelves.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom make table.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar and chicken breaded no label. Operator label it.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knife in handwash sink middle of cookline
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink middle of cookline
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink middle of cookline
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk-in freezer had ice build up around pipes. Per operator, walk-in freezer being repaired.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink next to salad prep area. Sink middle of cookline
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server dropped dirty plates off at dish pit then ran back into dining room no hand wash
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener in kitchen Operator threw away
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line
Light not functioning. On cook line Operator has reaplcement bulbs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Behind reach in cooler doors dirty Operator cleaned
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Metal pans in dishwasher area
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.