LUCCIA PIZZERIA
8755 SW 72 ST, Miami FL 33173 · 305-591-8115
Last inspected Mar 17, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
MAY 24
NOV 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
DEC 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026029662 | Mar 17, 2026 | May 27, 2026 | $160 |
| 1--2020016655 | Feb 14, 2020 | Aug 21, 2020 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breaker.
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/. Observed hand sink at front counter relocated to other side of wall, dessert prep area being remodeled to panini/deli area. No plans submitted.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler across from cook line with ambient temperature 48F.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between prep tables at front counter.
Show the remaining 4 findings ▾
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel stored under cutting board at salad station.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. At standing reach in freezer.
Open dumpster lid.
Mar 3, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breaker.
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/. Observed hand sink at front counter relocated to other side of wall, dessert prep area being remodeled to panini/deli area. No plans submitted.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler across from cook line with ambient temperature 48F.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between prep tables at front counter.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel stored under cutting board at salad station.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. At standing reach in freezer.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drink from water cup and then grab clean plate to prepare customer order without changing gloves and washing hands.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breaker.
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/. Observed hand sink at front counter relocated to other side of wall, dessert prep area being remodeled to panini/deli area. No plans submitted.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler across from cook line with ambient temperature 48F.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between prep tables at front counter.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel stored under cutting board at salad station.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. At standing reach in freezer.
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork sausage inside reach in cooler drawers across from cook line. Operator relocated products.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breaker.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle stored inside container of Parmesan cheese. Operator removed cup.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board at salad station.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of reach in freezer with exposed insulation in kitchen.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine 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 foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork and beef sausage inside grill drawers. Operator relocated products.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in dish area. Operator provided paper towels
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on prep table next to clean plates
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed reach in cooler doors with exposed insulation at pizza prep area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt not labeled under prep table in kitchen
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper used as liner for food container with spring mix
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. Slicer guard soiled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In front of the oven.
May 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Observed two doors standing freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed dumpster lid at time of inspection.
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.