PETER'S PIZZERIA
897 E PALMETTO PARK RD, Boca Raton FL 33432 · 5614093126
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety pizzas identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time all pizzas were cooked was 1 hour ago, stated pizza cook. Pizza cook time marked
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $250
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021024351 | Apr 21, 2021 | Sep 3, 2021 | $250 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. It takes more than 3 minutes for hot water to reach 85F resulting in employees only use cold water to wash hands.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary chemical test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Replaced during inspection.
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Cases of pepperoni stored on floor in walk in freezer and container of cheese stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Unisex bathroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, dirt, and dust. Hood filters soiled
Oct 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Marinara sauce (109F - Hot Holding) operator stated sauce was reheated 1 hour ago and left on stove without heat on. Operator reheated sauce to 170F for further hot holding.
Time/temperature control for safety pizzas identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time all pizzas were cooked was 1 hour ago, stated pizza cook. Pizza cook time marked
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager no knowledge of cooking temperature for chicken. Reviewed cooking temperature with manager.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times water bottle in sink. Operator removed.
No chemical quaternary test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, next to pizza oven. Operator provided.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Vodkas sauce stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator placed on a shelf.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. See stop sale. Arancini in display case. Time marked
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD 40 with Barbecue sauce on shelf in kitchen Removed
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door not closing all the way
Aug 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over mozerella cheese and pizza dough in walk in cooler Removed
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser at triple sink
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in dry storage
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to pizza oven
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Under triple sink
Nov 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In the steam table, marinara sauce (124F - Hot Holding). The item was stored in the steam table less than 4 hours. The item was reheated to 165°F to hot hold.
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.
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.