MARCO'S PIZZA
6914 HANLEY RD, Tampa FL 33634 · 8138874500
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 5 visits since February 2024
FEB 24
APR 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
3 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025066737 | Apr 23, 2025 | Oct 23, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
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. No proof of training for 6 employees.
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 proof for all 6 employees.
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Carbon dioxide not adequately secured. Located next to mop sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license displayed expired on February 1, 2026.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee, personal beverage stored on front counter next to single service cups. Employee removed personal beverage at time of inspection and stored at an approved location.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee with earrings and multiple bracelets on right hand. Employee removed all bracelets at time of inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled beneath storage rack for bag-in-box soda syrups.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing floor tiles around grease trap located in front of walking cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. One bag of multiple single service take out pizza boxes stored on floor next to mop sink.
Aug 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 state approved employee training for 3 employees.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup use to scoop bulk flour on shelf under prep table adjacent to pizza oven.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour stored on shelf under prep table on cook line with no label.
Apr 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 3 spray bottles filled with sanitizer stored in shelf with clean dishes.
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 state approved employee training for 3 employees.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup use to scoop bulk flour on shelf under prep table adjacent to pizza oven.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop not inverted at mop sink
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour stored on shelf under prep table on cook line with no label.
Apr 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 15, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Provided by email.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Kelley Reyes.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Hot water has no pressure in handwash sink at front service 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. Some employees hired less than 60 days.
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. Provided by email.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled spray bottles. Operator labeled at time of inspection.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Ran slowly dripping hot water in handwash sink at front service area for approximately 2 minutes, temped 72 F.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food in grocery bag stored with food to be served the public in walk-in cooler. Operator segregated personal food to prevent cross contamination at time of inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.