MORTY'S PIZZA
7534 MASSACHUSETTS AVE, New Port Richey FL 34653 · 727-846-7180
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
DEC 23
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OCT 24
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MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 20 points off where it started.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. No hot water at 3 compartment sink. Water temperature 73F. They use the hose that is connected to the mop sink to fill the 3 compartment sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $500
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026025363 | Mar 18, 2026 | Jun 24, 2026 | $300 |
| 3--2025049138 | May 22, 2025 | Sep 10, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. No hot water at 3 compartment sink. Water temperature 73F. They use the hose that is connected to the mop sink to fill the 3 compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink next to 3 compartment sink, operator refilled paper towels
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator sent employee to store, employee came back with bleach for food contact surfaces
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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Plumbing system in disrepair. No hot water when Hot water faucet at 3 compartment sink is turned on.
May 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Top of stove
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Hot water faucet for 3 compartment sink does not work, they use the hose from the mop sink that is next to 3 compartment sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By 3 compartment sink
May 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Open reach in cooler by front counter - sliced ham (45F - Cold Holding); canned mushrooms (44F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); feta (44F - Cold Holding)moved to freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Top of stove
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Hot water faucet for 3 compartment sink does not work, they use the hose from the mop sink that is next to 3 compartment sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By 3 compartment sink
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. All expired
Oct 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled cash then clean food containers without washing hands
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer soiled
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Edin Hadziosminovic person in charge
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Hot water faucet for 3 compartment sink does not work, they use the hose from the mop sink that is next to 3 compartment sink
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In food prep area, dish area and cooking area, all ceiling tiles are acoustic tiles
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in back area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall in dry storage
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. All lights in kitchen
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hose used for mop sink, no faucet or handles, hot water faucet does not work for 3 compartment sink
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by hoods, wall by mop sink
Oct 21, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled cash then clean food containers without washing hands
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded mozzarella (48F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); diced ham (46F - Cold Holding) pizza make cooler, owner turned temperature down for cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer soiled
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Edin Hadziosminovic person in charge
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Hot water faucet for 3 compartment sink does not work, they use the hose from the mop sink that is next to 3 compartment sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles with pink and green liquid not labeled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In food prep area, dish area and cooking area, all ceiling tiles are acoustic tiles
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put hat on
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in back area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall in dry storage
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. All lights in kitchen
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hose used for mop sink, no faucet or handles, hot water faucet does not work for 3 compartment sink
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by hoods, wall by mop sink
May 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter prep table - garlic in oil (63F - Cold Holding) removed from refrigeration 1 hour ago, operator will put on time control, time as a public health control form was emailed to operator
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
Dec 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Test kit for chlorine expired in 3/20
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.