HUNGRY HOWIES PIZZA #183
1705 W 8 AVE, Palmetto FL 34221 · (941)722-0006
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed fan guards in food and beverage walk in cooler soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phones and personal drinks stored on prep shelf above pizza making area.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed pieces of floor tiles in dishwashing area cracked and missing.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed missing tiles exposing not cleanable materials in dishwashing area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in dishwashing area soiled.
Mar 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Chicken Wings (51F - Cold Holding) in prep area of kitchen employee stated they were placed in reach in at 10am. Manager discarded wings. Observed Pasta Salad (46F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); Ham (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Eggs (47F - Cold Holding); Broccoli (51F - Cold Holding) above 41 F, manager stated they were also put in salad bar at 10am. Manager discarded items listed above and replaced with new product and put on ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chicken Wings (51F - Cold Holding) in prep area of kitchen employee stated they were placed in reach in at 10am. Manager discarded wings. Observed Pasta Salad (46F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); Ham (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Eggs (47F - Cold Holding); Broccoli (51F - Cold Holding) above 41 F, manager stated they were also put in salad bar at 10am. Manager discarded items listed above and replaced with new product and put on ice.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice Chute in dining room soda dispenser soiled. Manager clean ice chute.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed fan guards in food and beverage walk in cooler soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phones and personal drinks stored on prep shelf above pizza making area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed pieces of floor tiles in dishwashing area cracked and missing.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed missing tiles exposing not cleanable materials in dishwashing area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in dishwashing area soiled.
Feb 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Medicine not labeled properly. Observed box of Imodium ad and bio freeze stored with salt dispensers on shelf. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at bar 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. Observed some employees with no written documentation.
No soap provided at handwash sink.observed no soap at bar handwashing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with green liquid in it. Manager labeled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed small white cutting boards in on salad station reach in heavily grooved.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee car keys on shelf above pizza making station. Employee moved.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing lite shield in dishroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at bar handwashing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed pizza pan shelving unit soiled with grease.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over cooked ham and cut lettuce. Manager moved beef to bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener housing with black slimy buildup.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at bar hand wash sink. Manager placed paper towels at 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. Observed some employees with no written plan.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at bar hand wash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottle with blue liquid in it at dishwashing area. Manager labeled.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath rear exterior exit door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at bar handwashing sink.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed a case of foam cups and a case of to go containers stored on the floor in the kitchen area.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Board attached to wall to support shelf is unsealed wood.
Nov 17, 2023Inspection 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 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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid at station in kitchen. Manager threw out.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath rear exterior kitchen door.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum n breaker on hose Bibb adjacent to dish machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cup in macaroni salad container. Manager removed cup.
Food stored on floor. Observed two five gallon buckets of marinara sauce on the floor in walk-in cooler. Manager put on shelf.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottle of water in reach in freezer. Manager removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles not labeled on food line. Squeeze bottles at salad station not labeled.
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