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MARCO'S PIZZA

5670 FISHHAWK CROSSING BLVD, Lithia FL 33547 · 8136548888

Last inspected Feb 3, 2026 · 4 visits since February 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA3917986
Grade history
FEB 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
FEB 26
▼ IMPROVING

4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
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. Pizza sauce on make line. Manager time marked
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2024023808Feb 12, 2024May 29, 2024$160

Inspection history

4 visits, newest first

Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. By pizza station
Basic/14-05-4
Food storage container lid cracked or broken. Multiple In dish area
Basic/14-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris buildup on walk-in cooler racks. Exterior of soda nozzles soiled with mold like substance.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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. Pizza sauce on make line. Manager time marked
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of windex, by pizza seasonings. Manager removed
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Had photocopies of International food service executives
Intermediate/53B-09-4
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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. Pizza sauce on make line not time marked. Manager time marked
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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. Missing training for 3 employees
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed photocopies of International Food Service Executives training program. Manager retrained employee and completed original certificate
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
Feb 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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/ Christina Crain hired over 30 days ago
Intermediate/53A-04-6
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink next to three compartment sink, or make line
Basic/31B-04-4

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.