MARCO'S PIZZA
20305 BRUCE B DOWNS, Tampa FL 33647 · 813-907-6400
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2023
3 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken wings stored at 51f. Manager put wings on a sheet tray and put in walk-in cooler. Temp was at 44f after 23 minutes.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016013343 | Mar 8, 2016 | Apr 19, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
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. Observed all employee training being expired.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 CO2 tanks not secured in the back of the store near the mop sink.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
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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. Observed all employee training being expired.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 CO2 tanks not secured in the back of the store near the mop sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on flip top unit and clean dish area.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee drink on front table, in walk in on top shelf. Operator removed to designated area for drinks.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor. Educated operator about need to move boxes off floor. Operator moved to table.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken wings stored at 51f. Manager put wings on a sheet tray and put in walk-in cooler. Temp was at 44f after 23 minutes.
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.
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