DRIFTWOOD PIZZA & SUBS
10875 OVERSEAS HWY STE 140, Marathon FL 33050
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 200 ppm chlorine
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. Alan, Pedro
Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Poultry (50*F - Cold Holding); ham (50*F - Cold Holding); pasta (48*F - Cold Holding); Beef (50F - Cold Holding); Poultry (46*F - Cold Holding)the interior freezer door in the walkin cooler was opened to help cool down the walk-in cooler And bring food temps to 41 or below
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 200 ppm chlorine
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris the Can opener blade is soiled
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter
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. Alan, Pedro
Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
The walk-in cooler is not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. The interior door to the walking cooler freezer was propped open to help cool down the cooler. Technician was called for repairs
Feb 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza slices 122F held in warmer at front counter. Meatball 118F in warmer
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef thawing on table at room temperature
Sep 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food stored on floor in the walk-in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.dust on fan shroud in walk-in cooler
Walking cooler door gaskets in poor repair.
Jul 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.dust on fan shroud in walk-in cooler
Walking cooler door gaskets in poor repair.
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spray bottles are hanging on the handwashing sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Water leaking from pipe under hand washing sink in the dish area
Aug 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Aug 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese (54*F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46*F - Cold Holding); Poultry (48*F - Cold Holding); ham (51*F - Cold Holding) The manager states the cooler was just open and restocked after the lunch rush. All TCS items were pulled and put into walk-in cooler for rapid cool down
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. The Mixer head is soiled with debris
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Lift lid unit across from fryers
Feb 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Poultry (61*F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (59*F - Cold Holding); ham (54*F - Cold Holding); cheese (52*F - Cold Holding); pasta (55*F - Cold Holding) as per manager the food has been in the unit less than 4 hours and is being relocated to the WIC to rapid cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.slices of pizza at 122F, manager turned up warmer to increase temperature
Toxic substance/chemical spray bottles improperly stored on hand wash sink
Vacuum breaker missing at inside kitchen hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.white hose
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. Printed and put on file
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spray bottles hanging on hand wash sink
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. Printed and signed by employees on duty.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Lift lid cold hold unit across from fryer and flat top not cold holding at 41F or below. Reach in was emptied and technician was called for service.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. printed and posted
Sep 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Can opener blade soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sponge in handwash sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food stored on floor in walk-in cooler and freezer
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In employee bathroom and at hand wash sink in dish area
Open dumpster lid.
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.