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
3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best 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
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025060910 | May 21, 2025 | Sep 17, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at hand sink by dish rack
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green color and purple color chemical spray bottles not labeled. Operator labeled it as degreaser and windex
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile water damaged in kitchen
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations 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.
Ceiling tile missing. By mop sink
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On rack next to three compartment sink
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid in spray bottle by dish area. Manager labeled
Ceiling tile missing. By mop sink
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On rack next to three compartment sink
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
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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
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By three compartment sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Onions over pizza sauce walk in cooler
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.