MANGIA BENE PIZZERIA
1811 N 15 ST UNIT C, Tampa FL 33605 · 813-248-2929
Last inspected May 14, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor near bathroom. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015007114 | Jan 7, 2015 | Aug 28, 2015 | $720 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils Old food on clear lids on dish drying rack.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning On clear containers on dish drying racks.
Stored food not covered. Garlic butter in reach in cooler.
May 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee milk over food food for establishment.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor near dough machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in cooler.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall of 3 compartment sink.
May 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor near bathroom. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee milk over food food for establishment.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor near dough machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in cooler.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall of 3 compartment sink.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clear containers on dry storage rack.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour.
May 1, 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. Cutting boards.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Togo containers in handwash sink.
Stored food not covered. Spinach in reach in cooler.
Dec 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee Sudafed on dry storage rack. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on dish drying rack. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee yogurt over bread and pickles in reach in cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on pizza boxes.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Mozzarella sticks in reach in freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour in kitchen.
Sep 1, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by cart near three compartment sink.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Old labels stuck to clear food containers after cleaning on dish drying rack.
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.