MOSCHELLAS ITALIAN EATERY AND MARKET
5648 POST OAK BLVD, Wesley Chapel FL 33543 · 813-973-7500
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
APR 24
JAN 25
JUN 25
DEC 25
MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 10 lbs ob molded gruyere cheese in cooler. Cheese was packed on 3-2-2024. Manager voluntarily discarded
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator the proper paperwork for pizza slices that are held with time.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed a vacuum sealing machine in the back prep area of the establishment, when asked employee stated that they seal meats pasta and cheeses on site. When asked for a HACCP Plan one couldn't be provided.
Jan 5, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator the proper paperwork for pizza slices that are held with time.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed a vacuum sealing machine in the back prep area of the establishment, when asked employee stated that they seal meats pasta and cheeses on site. When asked for a HACCP Plan one couldn't be provided.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being sued as scoops in bulk containers.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dec 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a handwashing sink in the pizza making area being clogged and not in service.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator the proper paperwork for pizza slices that are held with time.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed a vacuum sealing machine in the back prep area of the establishment, when asked employee stated that they seal meats pasta and cheeses on site. When asked for a HACCP Plan one couldn't be provided.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being sued as scoops in bulk containers.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Jun 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Baker on the prep line Baker placed on hair restraint
Mar 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Old food debris build up on equipment in back kitchen
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up along fan
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Powdered sugar not label on shelf under cookline prep table in back kitchen Employee labeled
Jan 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Coricidin HBP stored on shelf above prep table in back kitchen Employee placed in manager office
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Old food debris build up on equipment in back kitchen
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table in back kitchen Employee removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on shelf next to clean dishes Employee removed
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up along fan
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of Togo boxes stored on floor neat back door of kitchen Employee placed on shelf
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Powdered sugar not label on shelf under cookline prep table in back kitchen Employee labeled
Jun 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Front display counter was replaced with seating counter with 7 bar stools and 3three top tables and observed customers sitting and eating. Deli cooler display has portion scale,and vaccum sealer and prep table with deli paper and gloves. Bakery display with 5 reach in display coolers, scale, prep table gloves, deli paper. No hand wash station and not on plans. Observed coffee and ice cream station with hand scooped gelato and sorbet. No hand washing station and not on plans Observed counter added across from gas range and two display coolers were removed. Counter has 8 barstools for patron's to sit. Fresh pasta making station added where pasta display counter is Added ice machine next to mop sink Establishment added 5 additional prep tables in back kitchen, 6 reach in coolers 1 freezer,
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Apr 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Operator added 8 barstools and three threetop tables
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 10 lbs ob molded gruyere cheese in cooler. Cheese was packed on 3-2-2024. Manager voluntarily discarded
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024. Manager renewed license and account is being debited $292.00. Confirmation 236063410
Cheese packaged in the establishment using a reduced packaging method and held for more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label lacking the 'use by' date, or labeled with a 'use by' date that exceeds 30 days from its packaging or the original manufacturer's 'sell by' or 'use by' date, whichever occurs first Observed packaged gruyere cheeses with packaging date of 3-2-2024.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by cart at pasta station. Employee removed
No handwash sink for employees. At pastry display station, meats and cheeses display station and coffee and hand dipped gelato and sorbet station
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Front display counter was replaced with seating counter with 7 bar stools and 3three top tables and observed customers sitting and eating. Deli cooler display has portion scale,and vaccum sealer and prep table with deli paper and gloves. Bakery display with 5 reach in display coolers, scale, prep table gloves, deli paper. No hand wash station and not on plans. Observed coffee and ice cream station with hand scooped gelato and sorbet. No hand washing station and not on plans Observed counter added across from gas range and two display coolers were removed. Counter has 8 barstools for patron's to sit. Fresh pasta making station added where pasta display counter is Added ice machine next to mop sink Establishment added 5 additional prep tables in back kitchen, 6 reach in coolers 1 freezer,
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment is vacuum sealing cheese wheels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna in deli cooler not dated.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment has 7 barstools and 3-3 top tables
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. All displayed food items missing date packaged on containers
Nov 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed push cart blocking hand sink on service line
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to scoop bulk cheese at pizza make station
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed all food items missing date products were packaged
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink stored stored in reach 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.