NONNA'S PIZZA AND RESTAURANT LLC
7604 CORTEZ RD W STE 10, Bradenton FL 34210 · 941-761-8327
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 13 visits since October 2023
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 36 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 1 dead fly in pan of oil in back dough preparation room. Operator removed and disposed of oil.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024016191 | Mar 14, 2024 | May 30, 2024 | $400 |
| 7--2016029426 | Jun 5, 2016 | Jul 19, 2016 | $400 |
| 7--2016014522 | Mar 8, 2016 | Apr 28, 2016 | $600 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of medicine improperly stored with their dry goods. Operator removed them.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed their cook line microwave with debris buildup.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for the women's restroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple single service cups buried in seasoning containers. Operator removed them.
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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 multiple employee personal items improperly stored in their kitchen. Operator removed them.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Operator placed them on shelf.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed their back exit door not self closing.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on their walk in cooler fan cover.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed their kitchen fire extinguisher in the red.
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a number #10 can of black olives with 2 dents and creases. Operator voluntarily removed can from operation.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw shell eggs over spinach in 3 door reach-in cooler. Operator removed shell eggs and placed in walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food container in handwashing sink in kitchen. Employee removed food container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator replaced paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator replaced soap at hand wash sink.
Unnecessary persons in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed toddler in kitchen.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in dining room excess dust and soil. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen with excess soil and dust.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in back dry storage area in corner near exit door. Employee removed roach and cleaned area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees canned soda on food preparation table in kitchen next to make station. Employee discarded beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cell phone on food preparation surface in kitchen next to make station. Employee removed cell phone.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stone cutting board on 3 door make station in kitchen with a crack.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floor in walk-in cooler with a build up of soil.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Observed open lid on grease receptacle lid open. Operator closed lid.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed gaps around exit door in back dry storage room.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed facial wipes stored on cook line next to rolling pin. Operator removed facial wipes.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed salad being made with bare hands. Operator voluntarily discarded salad. Operator was hands and put on gloves to remake salad.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non-food grade paper towel being used with cut lettuce. Educated operator on food grade paper towel. Operator removed paper towel.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household Pesticide in kitchen on floor between food preparation tables across from dish machine. Operator removed house hold pesticide.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 1 dead fly in pan of oil in back dough preparation room. Operator removed and disposed of oil.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over a bottle of hot sauce and ricotta cheese in walk-in cooler. Operator moved shell eggs to bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener in kitchen on food preparation tables across from entrance with excess soil and food debris.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on food preparation tables across from dishwasher. Employee removed cell phone.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of shredded mozzarella on the floor in walk-in cooler. Operator moved shredded cheese to shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with excess grease and soil
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed drill on shelf next to cooking pots. Operator moved drill to back room.
Aug 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 2 rodent droppings along wall in back in back storage area. Operator stated that repairs had been done on air conditioning handler the day before and repair man had to remove some ceiling tiles for repair. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pizza sauce and meatballs at 112F and pizza sauce at 114F. Operator stated that the pizza sauce and the pizza sauce and meat balls had been heated approximately 15 minute earlier and placed in holding unit. Operator placed both sauces back into sauce pans to rapidly reheat in approximately 10 minutes to above 165F. Pizza sauce and meatballs are now 172F and pizza sauce is now 192F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of colon cleanse and collagen peptides on top of food preparation table next to sugar and salt in kitchen below dinner plates. Operator removed items to back storage area away from and food products.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on 3 door reach-in cooler with build up of soil and food debris.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without a hair restraint. Employee put on hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on 3 door reach-in cooler on cook line torn away from door.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of cheese and case of oat milk stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Operator moved items to shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in 3 door reach-in cooler on cook line with build up of grease and soil.
May 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of medical alcohol stored above soda boxes and dry goods in the kitchen. Operator removed them.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a container of steel cleaner and body lotion stored above dry goods in the kitchen. Operator removed them.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being used as scoops for seasoning. Operator removed the bowls.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed a the women's bathroom receptacle uncovered.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed their grease trap stored on the dirt behind the building.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fan covers.
Mar 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom shelves of food prep tables in kitchen with surface rust.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles damaged and peeling.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated grease.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on 3 door reach in cooler on cooks line with torn gasket.
Jan 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over jars of peppers and dressing in reach in cooler. Operator moved eggs to bottom rack.
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/ Observed food managers certification expired.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer in back dry storage area with build up food debris and soil.
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 proof of employee health reporting agreements.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen without soap.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom shelves of food prep tables in kitchen with surface rust.
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. Observed employee food handler training expired.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior of dish machine with soil build up.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup being used to dispense seasonings on shelf in kitchen. Operator removed cups.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles damaged and peeling.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated grease.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees baby belongings on food prep surface next to clean dishes. Operator removed items.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator engaged in food prep without a hair restraint. Operator put on hat.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on 3 door reach in cooler on cooks line with torn gasket.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of 3 door reach in cooler on cooks line with excess soil and food debris.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed maintenance drill on food prep surface next to clean containers. Operator removed drill.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple container of food in walk in cooler without labels not identified by common name.
May 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine sanitizer 10pm, employee added more bleach correcting ppm to 50ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stand mixer in dry storage area has food debris build up.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed solo cup being used as scoop in salt container in dry storage area. Operator removed scoop.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. Employee removed drink.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on 2 door reach in cooler across from pizza oven torn.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Both exterior doors do not have self closers.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hoods had visible soil build up.
Mar 15, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 6 ceiling tiles in the kitchen damaged.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on the reach in cooler on the cook line torn.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. 1 missing hood filter on the exhaust hood system on the cook line.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler in the preparation area.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Exhaust hood on the cook line soiled.
Mar 14, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 50 rodent droppings under dry food storage shelves in dry storage area. Observed approximately 40 rodent droppings around water heater in dry storage area. Observed approximately 6 rodent droppings on a plate in the dry storage area.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottles of bleach stored next to food in the dry storage area. Owner removed the bleach.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 6 ceiling tiles in the kitchen damaged.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on the reach in cooler on the cook line torn.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. 1 missing hood filter on the exhaust hood system on the cook line.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler in the preparation area.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Exhaust hood on the cook line soiled.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door in the dry storage area blocked by a preparation table.
Oct 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 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. Operator does not have copy from previous inspection. Provided to operator again. Operator signed agreement. Advised operator all employees must have an agreement signed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Salad prep reach in cooler across from back door soiled.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 worn cutting boards on prep counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Through out dry storage room and kitchen.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed soiled raw wooden shelves constructed directly over pizza preparation area. Shelf used to stored utensils.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line hood vents soiled. Wall behind cookline soiled. Walk in cooler and Reach in coolers throughout kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold likes substance.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed at back door in main kitchen and back door in dry storage.
Oct 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in glass door mini fridge across from cook line: Heavy Cream (47F - Cold Holding); Garlic in oil (57F - Cold Holding); Chicken (46F - Cold Holding) Operator stated items had been in cooler approximately 1.5 hours. Operator placed items from cooler into walk in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of bleach stored on roll top reach in cooler. Operator removed bottle of bleach.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed operator using hand wash sink at front counter to fill up sanitizer bucket. Advised operator hand wash sink is only for hand washing. Operator removed bucket. Observed tongs hanging on rim of hand wash sink of cook line. Operator removed tongs to be cleaned and sanitized.
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. Operator does not have copy from previous inspection. Provided to operator again. Operator signed agreement. Advised operator all employees must have an agreement signed.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed paintbrush used to spread oil into dough pans. Operator discarded paintbrush.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Salad prep reach in cooler across from back door soiled.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 worn cutting boards on prep counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Through out dry storage room and kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed cans of tomatoes, bottle of oil, open bag of flour stored on floor of dry storage room. Operator removed items from floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed utensils stored in crack between prep counter and marinara warmer. Operator removed utensils.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed soiled raw wooden shelves constructed directly over pizza preparation area. Shelf used to stored utensils.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line hood vents soiled. Wall behind cookline soiled. Walk in cooler and Reach in coolers throughout kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold likes substance.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed at back door in main kitchen and back door in dry storage.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple in use wiping cloths on kitchen prep area not stored in sanitizing solution.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed blocked back door in dry storage area.
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