JOSIE'S PIZZA AND WINGS
2635 S HWY 27 STE 103, Clermont FL 34711 · 352-565-7344
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. 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. -operator posted
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 28 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority9 Intermediate15 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 28 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw shell eggs over unwashed mushrooms in walk in cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. --cooked chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding), walk in cooler, more than four hours per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding), walk in cooler, more than four hours per operator.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -by utensils and beverage cups at beverage station. Operator moved to bottom shelf.
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -milk in walk in cooler
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. -operator posted
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/ -Edward
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -pizza oven grates -interior of fryers and fryer baskets -slicer -dish racks -interior of spray hose at triple sink -pizza spatula
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dough prep area
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 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 soap provided at handwash sink at dough prep area
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -over ice machine
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soufflé cup in Parmesan cheese on make table
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -make tables
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Wawa cup on storage shelf with olive oil
Equipment in poor repair. -fryer baskets
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under shelves in dough prep area. Floor drain in front of ice machine
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -soda boxes and boxes of oil in dough prep area, operator placed on shelf
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided copy to operator, operator posted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -area under grates in pizza oven -exterior of pizza oven and reach in freezer -hood suppression filters over fryers and pizza oven -exterior of dough mixer -gaskets on walk in cooler -exterior sides of fryers
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -kitchen and beer cooler in bar
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. -beverage station
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -dough prep area
Stored food not covered. -several items in upright reach in freezer and reach in cooler beside pizza oven
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind triple sink and beside dough mixer
Feb 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. -chlorine, 400++ in sanitizer bucket in kitchen
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on make line -pizza oven grates -can opener -interior of fryers -interior of spray hose at triple sink -dish racks in dish area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on front line
No soap provided at handwash sink on front line.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of pink liquid liquid on rack by mop sink -bottle of clear liquid under table on front line.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -above ice machine, expired 9/1/25
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in back area by dish
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -fryer baskets
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -filters on hood suppression system have residue buildup -area under grates on pizza oven -exterior top of pizza oven -exterior sides of fryers have residue buildup -exterior and interior top of dough mixer
Open dumpster lid.
Feb 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -0 ppm, ran twice. Operator placed do not use sign on machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); held less than four hours per operator. Moved to reach in cooler for quick chill. 50F
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. -chlorine, 400++ in sanitizer bucket in kitchen
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on make line -pizza oven grates -can opener -interior of fryers -interior of spray hose at triple sink -dish racks in dish area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on front line
No soap provided at handwash sink on front line.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of pink liquid liquid on rack by mop sink -bottle of clear liquid under table on front line.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -above ice machine, expired 9/1/25
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on the plastic guard of the ice machine
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soufflé cup in cheese in make table beside pizza oven
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in back area by dish
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty utensils container on front counter.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Equipment in poor repair. -fryer baskets
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -filters on hood suppression system have residue buildup -area under grates on pizza oven -exterior top of pizza oven -exterior sides of fryers have residue buildup -exterior and interior top of dough mixer
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority7 Intermediate15 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. -BC Powder stored on shelf with spices.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -25 ppm. Operator primed sanitizer and ran machine again, 50 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs over sauces in walk in cooler, operator corrected.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of fryers -fryer baskets -dish rack in dish area -grates on pizza oven -white cutting board on make table beside pizza oven
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -spatula and cup in handsink in dough making area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter. Operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen across from fryers. Operator provided.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked pasta in reach in cooler on cook line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of clear liquid at front counter.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -over ice machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -parmesan cheese, operator removed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee food in beverage station -bag and keys on shelf with pizza boxes
Equipment in poor repair. -fryer basket on shelf above triple sink
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -front door
Food stored on floor. -plastic soda bottles in dough making area.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -reach in coolers on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -filters on hood suppression system -exterior sides of fryer cabinets -wall behind triple sink is soiled
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of both reach-in-coolers on cook line
Stored food not covered. -multiple items in reach in cooler beside pizza oven.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -pizza oven grates
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soufflé cup in cheese, bowl in cut lettuce. Operator removed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Drain cover(s) missing at triple sink and bar area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -caulking on triple sink
Mar 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -1 can fire roasted peppers
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -rehydrated garlic/oil (69F - Cold Holding), held right at four hours per operator. Operator discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -pizza oven grates
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -wiping cloths in hand sink by dish area. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -quaternary
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 soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink in bar.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. -chicken wings and pizza slices, rehydrated garlic/oil. Operator filled out form.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -diced chicken in reach in cooler on cook line
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soufflé cup in cheese, bowl in cut lettuce. Operator removed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Drain cover(s) missing at triple sink and bar area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -various items on storage shelf with single service items. Operator relocated
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -server scooping ice and making drinks wearing watch and bracelets
Food stored on floor. -container of flour in back storage area
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -caulking on triple sink
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -front door
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.