GIANNI'S RISTORANTE PIZZERIA
1601 E ATLANTIC BLVD, Pompano Beach FL 33060 · 954.942.1733
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Provided poster to operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023038224 | Jun 23, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 | $600 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine sanitizer in 3 compartment sink at 0 ppm. Operator corrected chlorine sanitizer to 100 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over pan of tiramisu in True reach in freezer in back prep room. Operator removed pan of tiramisu from freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler on bakers rack, raw veal stored over cooked beef. Operator moved raw veal to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Blue Cheese stored in container with ice at (58F - Cold Holding), per operator, food not prepped or portioned today. Ice level too low to keep food cold. Food held in walk in cooler and moved to ice bin on prep table and held for approximately 2 hours. Ice was placed in bag directly on food to quick chill.
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Several tags for clams not marked with last day served.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Pan of fresh clams stored on counter without tag. Operator placed tag in pan of clams.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No heat strips or thermometer available to check temperature in dishwasher.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with black, mold like substance. Operator cleaned and sanitized ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle stored on cutting board in back prep room in kitchen. Employee removed water bottle from cutting board.
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions stored on floor near to cook line. Operator removed onions from floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing signs at handwashing sink in back room, next to 3 compartment sink and at handwashing sink next to stand up freezer in front prep room.
Stored food not covered. Several pans of cooked food stored overnight in walk in cooler not covered.
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cooked lamb on bakers rack in walk in cooler. Operator rearranged for proper storage.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket with chlorine at 200 ppm, stored in kitchen. Employee corrected to 100 ppm.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Tags not marked with last date served. Advised operator on date marking tags.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Clams on cook line removed from original container, without tags. Operator placed tags with clams.
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. Provided poster to operator.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster to operator.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at handwashing sink in kitchen next to dry storage area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of parchment paper stored on floor, between prep tables in kitchen. Manager placed parchment paper on table.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Advised operator of requirements for dating shell stock tags.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator filled out form during inspection.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler, unwashed produce-potatoes stored over cooked meatballs. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in freezer, raw clams stored over pasta.
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler, raw beef stored on floor.
Sep 16, 2024Inspection 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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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ All Expired 9/4/2024
Food stored on floor. By back door, fryer oil stored on floor. Operator moved to shelf.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, cooking utensils stored in standing water 70°F. Operator removed
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. In reach in cooler on cook line, non food grade towel used to cover cooked pasta. Chef removed
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, raw chicken stored over ready to eat potatoes. Chef moved chicken below
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Clams and mussels not stored with tag on cook line. Chef put tags with muscles and clams
Food stored on floor. In kitchen, fryer oil stored on floor. Chef moved to shelf
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, utensil stored in standing water 83°F Operator dumped water.
Jan 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler, marinara (59°F - cooling) Operator stated to cooked or cooled today. Held over night.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler, marinara (59°F - cooling) Operator stated to cooked or cooled today. Held over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At waiter station, butter chips 70°F. Operator stated held there for 1 hour. Operator moved butter chips to cooler to chill.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At waiter station prep table in kitchen, employee drink on table. Operator removed below table.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, utensils stored at steam table in water 120°F. Operator put boiling water in steam table. 149°F
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. On cook line wet towels stored under cutting boards. Operator removed.
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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.