FRANK PEPE PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA
1701 S FEDERAL HWY, Delray Beach FL 33483 · 203-440-1924
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area....approximately 7 small live flying insects landing in garbage can. Employee removed garbage can outside and eliminated the flies.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024013834 | Feb 19, 2024 | Mar 18, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...ricotta cheese 55F, chicken 47FF, bacon 47F, sausages 46F in flip top reach in cooler at pizza station, food being held more than 4 hours. Food not prepped or portioned today.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...ricotta cheese 55F, chicken 47FF, bacon 47F, sausages 46F in flip top reach in cooler at pizza station, food being held more than 4 hours. Food not prepped or portioned today. Stop sale issue. And meatballs 47F, calamari 45F, slice cheese 47F-44Fin flip top reach in cooler at pizza station as above cooler. Unopened bag of cut lettuce 45F in flip top salad reach in cooler at salad station. food not prepped or portioned today, food being held less than four hours. Employee removed food to walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime....can opener blade, employee cleaned
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...lemon seeds in handwashing sink at bar. Employee cleaned.
Dec 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....prepped salad to serve 47F in flip top salad reach in cooler being held less than 4 hours. Manager voluntarily discarded food.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.... pizza sauce 71F in walk in cooler in a dipper than 4 inches containers with covered. Took another temperature after 15 minutes it was same temperature 71F. Manager ice bath and uncovered food to chill fast.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...can opener blade. Employee removed.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...blocked by dishwashing racks by the ice machine handwashing sink. Employee removed
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash....cleaned drink glass front of handwashing sink by the ice machine. Manager removed
In-use utensil multiple pizza slicer used with moist food stored in room temperature at pizza station. Manager removed to cleaned it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses...wet towel by the beer dispenser. Employee removed.
Aug 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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...... On duty Manager Mr. Dee unable to provided employee name who work less than 3 month.
Aug 1, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food...part of gloves in cooked chicken See stop sale. Manager discarded food.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food...part of gloves in cooked chicken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....cheese 50F, chicken 49F, broccoli 49F, pizza sauce 51F in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen, food not prepped or portion today, food being held less than 4 hours, food removed to walk in cooler to chill fast.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection...observed at 3:40 pm at walk in cooler cooling chicken 61F with covered and stored container on of another, took another temperature at 4:55pm, temperature 53F. Employee uncovered food and put ice top of it to chill fast
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.
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...... On duty Manager Mr. Dee unable to provided employee name who work less than 3 month.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...windex spray bottle, manager labeled.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.....not provided any kind of test kits or device for hot water sanitizing.
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.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in room temperature without running water or water 135F or over.
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored cup in handwashing sink at kitchen. Manager removed
Feb 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live small flying insects landing on wall at mop sink in ware washing area not in kitchen. Observed 1 live small flying insect landing on wall at end of restroom hallway not in kitchen. Observed 3 live small flying insects hovering and landing at beer tap handles at beverage station
Jan 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area....approximately 7 small live flying insects landing in garbage can. Employee removed garbage can outside and eliminated the flies.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...cheese 52°, meatballs 46° on the prep table and clams 48° in flip top reach in cooler stored in double container, food being held less than four hours. Employee removed food to walk in cooler.
Sep 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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.
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.