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MARCO'S PIZZA 8117

1408 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 105, Lutz FL 33548 · 813.435.6611

Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 5 visits since April 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats40
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA3917178
Grade history
APR 24
MAY 25
MAR 26
▼ IMPROVING

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

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler main prep station right side Cold holding: breaded chicken 46 f chicken wings 45f Cold holding: Reach in cooler corner of main prep cooler. Cold holding: cut ham 47 f feta cheese 47 f cheese 47 f cut tomatoes 47 f cheese 47 f ambient air temperature less than 4 hours
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2025060910May 21, 2025Sep 17, 2025$160

Inspection history

5 visits, newest first

Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at hand sink by dish rack
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green color and purple color chemical spray bottles not labeled. Operator labeled it as degreaser and windex
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile water damaged in kitchen
Basic/36-32-5
Jul 23, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
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/Warning/Return visit Jul 23, 2025 · No proof of training Admin Complaint
Ceiling tile missing. By mop sink
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On rack next to three compartment sink
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Basic/14-42-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 23, 2025 · Time Extended
May 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid in spray bottle by dish area. Manager labeled
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. By mop sink
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On rack next to three compartment sink
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Basic/14-42-4/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Apr 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee
Basic/13-03-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 29, 2024 · 1 employee Time Extended
Apr 26, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler main prep station right side Cold holding: breaded chicken 46 f chicken wings 45f Cold holding: Reach in cooler corner of main prep cooler. Cold holding: cut ham 47 f feta cheese 47 f cheese 47 f cut tomatoes 47 f cheese 47 f ambient air temperature less than 4 hours
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Onions over pizza sauce walk in cooler
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning

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.