LOCAL PIZZA
66 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Osprey FL 34229 · 941.786.9144
Last inspected Dec 22, 2025 · 10 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flies behind the bar. Observed 1 fly land on clean beverage cups. Observed 1 fly in the kitchen.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025008800 | Jan 8, 2025 | May 29, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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/ Observed Eliana Osorio 7/1/2019.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels near the pizza station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked meatballs prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date mark in the walk in cooler.
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Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic portion cups with no handles used as scoop for chili flakes, oregano, and granulated garlic.
Open dumpster lid.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle on top of the dishmachine.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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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. Observed the dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. The operator set up the three compartment sink for sanitizing.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic portion cups with no handles used as scoop for chili flakes, oregano, and granulated garlic.
Open dumpster lid.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle on top of the dishmachine.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on a rack above clean equipment in the dish area. The operator properly stored the medicine.
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. Observed the dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. The operator set up the three compartment sink for sanitizing.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onion (48F - Cold Holding); cooked cauliflower (49F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler at the entrance to the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been stored for approximately 2 hours. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored in the lower half of the reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical spray bottle stored near clean pizza tray near the wood burning oven. The operator proctored the chemical.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
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/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic portion cups with no handles used as scoop for chili flakes, oregano, and granulated garlic.
Open dumpster lid.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle on top of the dishmachine.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed the sanitizer bucket behind the bar at 0ppm. The operator discarded the solution.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer solution exceeding 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm.
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.
Open dumpster lid.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
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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. Observed the dishwasher chlorine sanitizer solution at 0ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over pepperoni in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer solution exceeding 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employees using handwashing sinks to fill sanitizer buckets.
No soap provided at handwash sink near canned food storage in the kitchen.
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.
In-use knives stored in sanitizer between uses. An employee removed the knives from the sanitizer.
Open dumpster lid.
Pizza dough not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in the walk in cooler.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked beef brisket date marked 8/18. The operator discarded the brisket.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked beef brisket date marked 8/18. The operator discarded the brisket.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray pesticide stored on a shelf near clean food containers above the dishmachine. Observed a spray cleaner stored on a shelf near clean utensils in the storage area. The operator properly stored the chemicals.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine wiping cloth solution behind the bar exceeding 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal strainer in the handwashing sink behind the bar. The operator removed the strainer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
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/
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed Esther Vazquez and Jeyson Guerra FRLA employee training certification incomplete.
Accumulation of debris on top exterior of warewashing machine. The operator cleaned the top of the machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles in the kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and keys stored on a rack with canned foods in the kitchen. The employee properly stored the personal items.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch.
Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored on a reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on the reach in cooler door at the pizza station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at the exit leading to the walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe at the handwashing sink in the dish area.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 8 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flies behind the bar. Observed 1 fly land on clean beverage cups. Observed 1 fly in the kitchen.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pizza dough stored in a non-food grade bag in the walk in cooler.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired 12/1/2023.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked brisket date marked 11/29. The operator discarded the brisket.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee place a liner in a trash can the handle clean tongs with out changing gloves. The employee changed gloves, washed hands, and cleaned the tongs.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pizza sauce (51F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the pizza station. The operator discarded the pizza sauce.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pizza sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding); cooked meatballs (54F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (51F - Cold Holding); ricotta sauce (49F - Cold Holding); pomodori sauce (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (65F - Cold Holding) The operator stated the above foods have been held for less than 3 hours. The operator moved the above foods to another reach in cooler.
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. Observed pizza held at time for public health with no time mark. The operator stated the pizza was held at 12:00.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash hands in a three compartment sink behind the bar. Educated the operator on proper handwashing procedures.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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 provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the handwashing sink near the pizza station. The operator provided soap for the hand sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage stored near clean equipment on a metal rack in the dry store age area. The operator discarded the beverage.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored in a reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the employee food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and personal belongings stored on a rack with canned foods. The operator properly stored the personal items.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch. The employee removed the watch.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic food containers not properly air dried in the dish area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on the reach in cooler door at the pizza station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at the exit leading to the walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed pizza dough stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the pizza dough.
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Observed an ice scoop stored uncovered at an outside ice machine. The operator removed the ice scoop.
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed an outside ice machine stored in an open with an open gate. The operator closed and locked the gate.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe at the handwashing sink in the dish area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on a cutting board at the pizza station. The operator properly stored the wiping cloth.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. The operator used a double bucket.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a dented #10 can of pomodori sauce in the kitchen. The operator discarded the can of sauce.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical spray bottle stored hanging from the canned foods rack in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the spray bottle.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the handwashing sink near the pizza prep area. The operator provided soap for the handwashing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled near the pizza prep station. The operator labeled the spray bottle.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn door gaskets for the reach in coolers at the pizza prep station.
Ice buildup in the outside reach-in freezers.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster behind the middle of the bar.
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed the dining room rear exit door locked. The operator unlocked the 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.