CIRCO PIZZERIA & ITALIAN KITCHEN
5035 34 ST S, Saint Petersburg FL 33711 · 865-209-8619
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 6 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by 4 total live roaches found: (3) live roaches observed on the southwestern wall of the dry storage room (1) live roach observed at the employee hand wash sink next to the ice machine.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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25 total Live, small flying insects found: (17) live flies located under prep table at the server wait station along the West interior wall (4) live flies observed flying around the dish pit (4) live flies observed in the rear dry storage room.
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 testing at 0 ppm.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee begin to put on gloves prior to washing hands. Inspector stopped employee and discussed requirements for handwashing prior to putting on gloves.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored above raw fish in walk-in freezer. Discussed with manager proper safe storage when items are not all commercially packaged.
Roach activity present as evidenced by 4 total live roaches found: (3) live roaches observed on the southwestern wall of the dry storage room (1) live roach observed at the employee hand wash sink next to the ice machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Located at server wait station: Whipped butter and garlic 63F. Manager voluntarily discarded. Located in walk-in cooler: shredded mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); prepared lasagna (49F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding) Manager discovered unit was on a defrost cycle. Manager moving items into the walk-in freezer to rapidly cool.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Test kit not used to check dish machine. Machine testing at 0 ppm
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single service plastic cup used as a scoop for sugar at the server wait station.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys and cellphone stored at cook-line table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting observed on glassware stored in a cabinet at server wait station.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled underneath equipment on cook-line, under server wait station, and along the perimeter walls of the dry storage room.
Food stored on floor. Floor stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Located in rear prep area on shelf used to store bottles of wine.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Located on top of prep table to line the bottom of a cutting board.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Soiled wiping cloth used to line the bottom of cutting board at server station.
Aug 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1- 6 Lbs 6 oz dented can of whole peeled tomatoes.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting boards stained on cook line. Can opener soiled with dried food debris.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with green liquid substance stored on chemical rack across from ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Soiled within dust above cook line.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hand sink next to ice machine has no running water coming out when the left hot water faucet knob is turned. Observed the cold water faucet knob working. Operator turned the water on to the faucet during the time of the inspection.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Ceiling above triple door reach in deli cooler on cook line across from pizza oven.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at all hand sinks throughout the kitchen and bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in deli cooler gaskets soiled with food debris on cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On clean containers stored on rack across from dish machine.
Jun 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine by rear door has mold like substance.
Food stored on floor. Soda cans stored on floor of walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at hand wash sink on cook line.
Apr 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee donned gloves to make salad without first washing hands.
Clams tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has mold like substance.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Peppers stored on floor of walk in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at hand wash sink in kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Silverware in ware washing area stored with food contact surfaces upright.
Dec 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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 from yesterday marked
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
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