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LA PINO’Z PIZZA LONGWOOD

1050 W SR 434, Longwood FL 32750 · 407-885-1955

Last inspected May 20, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats68
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA6904953
Grade history
FEB 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
MAY 25
MAR 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding 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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $1,200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2019038274Jun 24, 2019Oct 15, 2019$1,000
4--2019006379Dec 4, 2018Mar 6, 2019$200

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

May 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling tiles in kitchen
Basic/36-37-5/Warning/Return visit May 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. - establishment changed menu from breakfast to pizza. Pizza oven added, kitchen counters rearranged. Dish machine removed.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling tiles in kitchen
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. - below three comp sink
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
May 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw smoked salmon and raw chorizo over biscuits at cook line cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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 at walk in cooler
Intermediate/02C-03-5
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling tiles over dish station
Basic/36-37-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. - near walk in cooler
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - over cook line
Basic/36-34-5
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - near walk in cooler
Basic/36-03-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in cooler shelves soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Mar 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - hollandaise (110 - Hot Holding). Observed in a shallow pan not submerged into water at steam box. Cook employee changed to deep pan.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - smoked salmon - poached eggs
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. - both restrooms
Basic/32-02-4/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cookline cooler
Basic/23-24-4/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - near walk in cooler
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - cracked tiles and deep grout lines near front dry storage
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - whisk and spatulas at cookline
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. - reach in cooler at server station
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Feb 14, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw bacon over biscuits in walk in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning/Return visit Feb 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - hollandaise (92 - Hot Holding). Manager reheated. Final temp 174f
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Feb 14, 2025 · Hollandaise 103f Admin Complaint
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - poached eggs - lox smoked salmon
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Feb 14, 2025 · Admin Complaint
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - ice cream scoop - tongs at cook line
Basic/10-07-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. - hand wash sink at ware wash station
Basic/29-11-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Oct 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw bacon over biscuits in walk in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - eggwash (62 - Cold Holding). Observed on counter. Manager put in cooler - pancake batter (46 - Cold Holding). Manager added more ice to ice bath
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - hollandaise (92 - Hot Holding). Manager reheated. Final temp 174f
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - poached eggs - lox smoked salmon
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - ice cream scoop - tongs at cook line
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. - hand wash sink at ware wash station
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
Apr 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hollandaise sauce temping at 120F,per operator it was made today. Operator put in microwave to bring to temp. Temped at 136F
High priority/03B-15-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached eggs for the Eggs Benedict on menu
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket and bag stored on dry storage rack by hand wash sink at cooks line
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of black microwave by toasters at expidite station
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at hand wash sink at dish wash area. Emailed operator sign
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor at wait station
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen beef in container thawing on prep table. Operator moved to reach in fridge
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink at dish wash area
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
Dec 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 3 compartment sink and dishwasher have been moved. A hand wash sink has been eliminated. A wall has been added that closes off the drive Thur area creating a separate entrance to a storage area A new updated plan will need to be submitted. A 60 day call back inspection will be required
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Spoke with plan review (Brianna) no updated plans have been submitted. Operator has replaced the hand sink( sign needed) and requested a extension. Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Spoke with plan review (Daniela) no plans have been submitted at this time Reviewed plans that the operator has produced and granted a 7 day extension. Email address changed and verify. Time Extended/Return visit Dec 5, 2023 · Called plan review prior to the call back inspection. No plans have been sent into plan review. Operator had plans completed. Copied and sent into plan review for confirmation. Will follow up on the next routine inspection Time Extended
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At the mop sink faucet missing handle
Basic/29-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.in the kitchen close to the line loose tile low gtout
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Light not functioning. In the kitchen 6 lights burnt out
Basic/36-62-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · several lights are out Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the toasters
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Old bath tub in the dumpster area
Basic/33-30-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. At the rear of the restaurant, old tires, old tank and some racks
Basic/33-31-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Nov 28, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 3 compartment sink and dishwasher have been moved. A hand wash sink has been eliminated. A wall has been added that closes off the drive Thur area creating a separate entrance to a storage area A new updated plan will need to be submitted. A 60 day call back inspection will be required
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Spoke with plan review (Brianna) no updated plans have been submitted. Operator has replaced the hand sink( sign needed) and requested a extension. Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Spoke with plan review (Daniela) no plans have been submitted at this time Reviewed plans that the operator has produced and granted a 7 day extension. Email address changed and verify. Time Extended
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. Only 2 employee certificates available
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · certificates are available for most employees 2 more are needed will review on the call back for plan review Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter at the ice machine is not dated with when replaced
Intermediate/29-28-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Line cook
Basic/13-03-4/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At the mop sink faucet missing handle
Basic/29-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.in the kitchen close to the line loose tile low gtout
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Light not functioning. In the kitchen 6 lights burnt out
Basic/36-62-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · several lights are out Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the toasters
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Old bath tub in the dumpster area
Basic/33-30-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. At the rear of the restaurant, old tires, old tank and some racks
Basic/33-31-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 26, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Emailed chart to stacyadams026@gmail.com Time Extended
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 3 compartment sink and dishwasher have been moved. A hand wash sink has been eliminated. A wall has been added that closes off the drive Thur area creating a separate entrance to a storage area A new updated plan will need to be submitted. A 60 day call back inspection will be required
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Spoke with plan review (Brianna) no updated plans have been submitted. Operator has replaced the hand sink( sign needed) and requested a extension. Time Extended
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. Only 2 employee certificates available
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · certificates are available for most employees 2 more are needed will review on the call back for plan review Time Extended
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter at the ice machine is not dated with when replaced
Intermediate/29-28-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Line cook
Basic/13-03-4/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At the mop sink faucet missing handle
Basic/29-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.in the kitchen close to the line loose tile low gtout
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Light not functioning. In the kitchen 6 lights burnt out
Basic/36-62-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · several lights are out Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the toasters
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Old bath tub in the dumpster area
Basic/33-30-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. At the rear of the restaurant, old tires, old tank and some racks
Basic/33-31-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.at the grill water temperature is 92°
High priority/10-05-5/Warning
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 200+
High priority/41-18-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 2 cooks and 2 servers present no manager on duty
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 3 compartment sink and dishwasher have been moved. A hand wash sink has been eliminated. A wall has been added that closes off the drive Thur area creating a separate entrance to a storage area A new updated plan will need to be submitted. A 60 day call back inspection will be required
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
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. Only 2 employee certificates available
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter at the ice machine is not dated with when replaced
Intermediate/29-28-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Line cook
Basic/13-03-4
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At the mop sink faucet missing handle
Basic/29-09-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.in the kitchen close to the line loose tile low gtout
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Light not functioning. In the kitchen 6 lights burnt out
Basic/36-62-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the toasters
Basic/23-03-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.open black thermal cup in the Pepsi cooler
Basic/12B-13-4/Warning
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Old bath tub in the dumpster area
Basic/33-30-4/Warning
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. At the rear of the restaurant, old tires, old tank and some racks
Basic/33-31-5/Warning

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.