MARCO'S PIZZA #8634
5283 69 ST E STE 103A, Palmetto FL 34221
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 5 visits since May 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025039548 | Apr 22, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed establishment mop sink utilizing splitter without vacuum breaker attached.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Juan Aragon manager certification for establishment. Observed 5 employees working with no certified food manager present.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle stored near mop sink without label.
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee drink stored above single service containers. Employee removed drink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed pizza oven hood filters soiled.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Observed no signed agreements. Emailed a copy and had the operator sign one.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two unlabeled chemical spray bottles. Operator labeled them.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food on their dry storage and walk in cooler shelves not separated and labeled. Operator separated and labeled them.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed a knife handle in contact with shredded cheese on the make line. Operator removed it.
Apr 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 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. Observed no proof of employee food training on site. Owner stated that binder is at his house.
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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
Feb 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on Y fitting on mop sink faucet.
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 no proof of employee food training on site. Owner stated that binder is at his house.
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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid. Manager labeled.
May 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.