MAZZOLA'S WEST REST PIZZERIA
12585 ORANGE DR STE A, Davie FL 33330 · 954.424.4227
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler tomato sauce (71F - Cooling) in deep plastic covered container. per operator prepared last night and stored in walk-in cooler overnight.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2017059348 | Nov 30, 2017 | Jan 19, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk-in cooler tomato sauce (71F - Cooling) in deep plastic covered container. per operator prepared last night and stored in walk-in cooler overnight. See stop sale
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed server washing hands for less than 10 seconds.
Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee drop off dirty dishes then tun on and off cold water faucet to wash hands. Explained to operator correct hand washing technique.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler tomato sauce (71F - Cooling) in deep plastic covered container. per operator prepared last night and stored in walk-in cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler butter (46-47F - Cold Holding) stored in a pan inside another pan. Per employee removed from walk-in cooler and placed in unit. Held out of temperature approximately 1 hour. Employee placed butter in lower portion of flip top cooler Observed at pizza station pizza sauce (54F - Cold Holding); sliced meat ball and sausage (44-45F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese (47F - Cold Holding) per operator items removed from walk-in cooler and placed in unit approximately 1.5 hours. Not portion or prepared today. Operator placed items in ice bath.
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed at cook line 11:55, no time marked on (fresh garlic oil and chicken broth.)held using time as a public health control. Operator determined that items held since 11:00 a.m. Operator correctly time marked.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in walk-in cooler tomato sauce (71F - Cooling) in deep plastic covered container. per operator prepared last night and stored in walk-in cooler overnight.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink used as a dump sink ice cubes inside hand washing sink at pizza station.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of carrots and onions stored on kitchen floor
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk-in cooler meat sauce (51-55F - Cooling) stored in deep covered Bain Marie. Per operator item was prepared late last night and held in the walk-in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef tubes in a pan stored on top of a covered container of tomato sauce in walk-in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server drop off dirty dishes then proceeded to fill up fountain drinks without washing hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. in walk-in cooler meat sauce (51-55F - Cooling) stored in deep covered Bain Marie. Per operator item was prepared late last night and held in the walk-in cooler overnight.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in walk-in cooler meat sauce (51-55F - Cooling) stored in deep covered Bain Marie.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 bags of clams in hand washing sink. Operator removed and placed in cooler. Observed server dump a cup of soda and ice in the handwashing sink. Operator cleaned
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single serve foam hinged containers stored on kitchen floor
Nov 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee pick up wiping cloth off the floor, used wiping cloth to handle hot pot. Employee washed hands properly.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at reach in freezer (GE) raw fish (not commercially packaged ) stored over cheese sticks. Employee stored items correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler at cook line - butter (47F - Cold Holding); ricotta (49F - Cold Holding) as per operator items not portioned or prepared today, items held out of temperature for approximately 3 hours, employee provided ice bags for items. Observed at flip top cooler at pizza station - sliced sausage (51F - Cold Holding) as per operator items not portioned or prepared today, items held out of temperature for approximately 3.5 hours, employee stored item in walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting at flip top cooler at cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed car keys and cell phone stored in wine rack, employee removed and stored correctly.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of soup stored directly on the floor at walk in freezer. Employee stored correctly.
Jul 11, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Wilfredo V. Expired on 5/24/2025 Joseph M. Expired on 2/8/24
May 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in freezer - raw snapper (not commercially packaged) stored over cooked half chicken (not commercially packaged). Operator stored correctly.
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed chicken broth without time mark. As per employee item held for 15 minutes. Employee placed proper time mark.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Wilfredo V. Expired on 5/24/2025 Joseph M. Expired on 2/8/24
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine in beverage room.
Food stored on floor. Observed in kitchen - Buckets of tomato sauce stored directly on the floor next to steam table. Employee stored correctly.
Mar 11, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed at 1:30 p.m., no time marked on fresh garlic in oil held using time as a public health control. Operator determined that item made at 11:00 a.m. Operator correctly time marked item.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup on can opener blade.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup inside ice machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Observed 1 employee engaging in food preparation with no hair restraints.
Food stored on floor. -Observed container with soup stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator removed and stored properly
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on can opener holster.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Observed calamari thawing in standing water at prep area.
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh mozzarella cheese (52F - Cold Holding); in flip top cooler held in a plastic container.inside a third pan Observed garlic and oil (52F - Cold Holding) in a Bain Marie stored inside a third pan per operator held less than two hours. Operator placed In ice bath.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser. Operator labeled
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator clean and sanitized
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of pizza sauce stored on walk in cooler floor Observed plastic containers of rolls stored on walk in floor. Observed bags of broccoli and boxes of calamari stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator elevated
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop wet nesting in mop bucket. Operator inverted
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Underneath hand washing sink. Operator elevated
Apr 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 24, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. At kitchen-Observed employee touching raw chicken, with gloves, then proceeded to touch ready to eat sandwich, hand washing or without changing gloves. Operator clean hands and put new gloves. Educate employees of proper hand washing.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Rigatoni pasta (48F - Cold Holding);cooked Linguine pasta (50F - Cold Holding) hold cold over night. Items not prepackaged or portioned today. See stop sale. 3-501.16(A)(2) FC: (A) Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under Section 3-501.19, and except as specified under Paragraph (B) and in Paragraph (C) of this section, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained: (2) At 41 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Rigatoni pasta (48F - Cold Holding);cooked Linguine pasta (50F - Cold Holding) hold cold over night. Items not prepackaged or portioned today. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At walk-in cooler- Observed lasagna prepared on site no at date marked. As per operator lasagna was prepared two dates ago. Employee date marked item.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All employees training expired 9/2023.
Stored food not covered. At walk in cooler observed stored cooked sausage not cover. Employee cover item.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator made new sanitizer solution at 200ppm.
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