JOE'S OLD SCHOOL PIZZA
2711 N HIATUS RD, Cooper City FL 33026 · 954-433-5757
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025088095 | Oct 13, 2025 | Jan 13, 2026 | $360 |
| 2--2016003419 | Dec 28, 2015 | Feb 26, 2016 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid Insecticide spray next to three compartment sink
Jan 29, 2026Inspection 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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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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle on top of 3 compartment sink drain board containing a pinkish liquid identified as a degreaser not labeled
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Jan 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Oct 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken cold held at 47F in refrigerator. Per operator, chicken placed in unit from yesterday. Chicken didn't remove from unit since.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked chicken cold held at 47F in refrigerator. Per operator, chicken placed in unit from yesterday. Chicken didn't remove from unit since. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark on pizza held using time as a public health control. Per operator, pizza cooked 30 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator correctly time marked pizza.
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. No proof of employees training available.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked chicken, pasta and tomato sauce stored in refrigerator. Per operator all items prep and stored in refrigerator from yesterday more than 24 hours. Operator correctly date marked all items.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employee drinking water stored in refrigerator not identified from restaurant items. Operator removed and stored properly.
Jun 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. -Observed no time mark on cooked pizza held using time as a public health control. Per operator, pizza made 30 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator correctly time marked pizza.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substance on can opener blade.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed 2 unlabeled spray bottles with cleaning chemicals in kitchen area.
Apr 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese in reach in cooler. Operator transfer eggs to bottom shelf
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink throughout.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Documents for time as a public health control has been given to the operator.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unable spray bottle with degreaser in kitchen area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -Observed 2 light shields missing at front line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed sugar removed from the original containers not labeled.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup on can opener blade.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with cleaning chemical at 3 compartment sink
Food stored on floor. Observed cases with tomato sauce stored on kitchen floor.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed precooked chicken thawing at room temperature in kitchen.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken cold held in refrigerator at 45-47F. Per operator, chicken cooked and placed in unit from yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked chicken cold held in refrigerator at 45-47F. Per operator, chicken cooked and placed in unit from yesterday. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark on pizza held using time as a public health control. Per operator, pizza cooked 1 hour prior to the inspection. Operator time marked pizza.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Documentation has been given to the operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed at 1:09 p.m. no date marked on cooked chicken stored in refrigerator. Per operator, chicken cooked and stored in refrigerator from 11:00 a.m. yesterday.
Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. In kitchen areas.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In Glass door refrigerator.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed case with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
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.