CARLUCCI'S BRICK OVEN TRATTORIA & PIZZERIA
3420 E ATLANTIC BLVD, Pompano Beach FL 33062 · 954-946-3150
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired December 1, 2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022001508 | Nov 29, 2021 | Feb 14, 2022 | $520 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of flip top cooler on cook line.
Jul 30, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine sanitizer reading 0 ppm, operator corrected to 100 ppm.
Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of Zicam medicine stored on shelf over flip top cooler on cook line. Manager removed medication from shelf.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Thermometer soiled with grease and food debris. Operator cleaned and sanitized thermometer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1).Raw chicken in pan stored over cooked meatballs in bottom of flip top cooler on cook line, opposite stove. Operator moved raw chicken to bottom shelf. 2). Raw chicken in pan stored over bucket of onions and bell peppers, in 3 door cooler in kitchen. Operator rearranged food for proper storage.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. 2 packages of raw fish thawing in Reduced Oxygen Packaging bearing label to remove packaging stored in flip top cooler / bottom. Fish thawing overnight. Operator discarded fish.
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt. Menu has gratuity notice, bill does not have gratuity notice.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Several tags for clams not marked with last date served.
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 operator.
Handwash sink does not have running water or enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Handwashing sink in kitchen next to cook line, does not have running water. Establishment has hot water at other sinks.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwashing sink at pizza station without hot water.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. 2 packages of raw fish thawing in Reduced Oxygen Packaging bearing label to remove packaging stored in flip top cooler / bottom. Fish thawing overnight. Operator discarded fish.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 employees preparing food without hair restraints. Employees put on hair restraints.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee's open beverage cup stored in reach in cooler in kitchen on cook line. Cup was moved from cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of flip top cooler on cook line.
Dec 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken wings in 3 door reach in cooler. Employee rearranged for proper storage.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook touched apron, touched folders, and then returned to the cook line and started preparing food, without changing gloves. Educated cook on proper handwashing procedures and changing gloves when soiled. Cook washed hands and changed gloves.
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 manager.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing sink removed from kitchen, next to 3 compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Meatballs stored in flip top # 2, prepared 2 days ago, not dated. Employee dated.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam cup stored in pan of cut tomatoes in flip top cooler on cook line. Employee removed cup from tomatoes.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. 2 door reach in glass door cooler, next to coffee maker with soiled door handles.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at handwashing sink at front pizza area.
Jul 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
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. Dish machine chlorine 0ppm. Sanitizer bucket empty, operator replaced sanitizer. 100ppm
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Clam tags not date marked with last date served.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. In kitchen by coffee station, reach in glass door cooler soiled with food debris
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line and coffee station, standing water 75°F with in use utensils. Operator discarded water.
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In reach in cooler by back door, raw shell eggs stored above unwashed produce.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In reach glass door reach in cooler, milk opened more than 24hrs not date marked
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge, Gian Calo can not locate certified food manager certificate
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels provided at hand sink at front counter.
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. Person in charge can not locate employee training
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, utensils in standing water 90°F
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. IIn reach in cooler, homemade tomato sauce (60F - Cooling) operator stated held over night. No prepped to portioned today. See stop sale
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In reach in cooler, homemade tomato sauce (60F - Cooling).
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. Emailed to operator
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 to operator
Mar 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired December 1, 2023
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at front counter blocked with cup and plate. Operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand was sink at front counter no paper towels Operator supplied towels
Dec 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At cook line, sanitizer basket stored on cutting board. Operator moved bucket below cook line.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. At cook line, clams in cooler with no tag. Operator put tag with clams until last clam is sold.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in pizza station, no paper towels provided. Operator provided paper towels.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. At cook line, soiled wet cloth stored under grill.
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