PIZZA JOHNY'S
9529 SW 72 ST, Miami FL 33173
Last inspected Dec 9, 2025 · 8 visits since October 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 19 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed garlic knots stored inside non food grade bag in reach in cooler in back prep area.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over lemons in reach in cooler across from cook line.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked diced chicken and raw chicken stored over cooked breaded chicken on shelf inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic oil (78F - Cold Holding) at pizza station, as per operator for 3 hours. Operator opting to add garlic oil to time as public health control form.
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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 establishment utilizing time as public health control for cheese pizzas, missing time mark. Operator able to prove pizzas were made 30 mins prior to inspection, added time mark.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in dish area and pizza station.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled at pizza prep station.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout establishment.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on top of prep table near cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken reach in cooler not in use at back prep area near back door. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at cook line, back prep area near back door, and pizza station.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink in employee bathroom near back door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coo,we gaskets soiled at cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at pizza ovens.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel stored on top of prep table near cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour not labeled at back prep area near ovens.
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over cooked breaded chicken nuggets on shelf inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic oil (70F - Cold Holding) at pizza prep station, as per operator for less than one hour. Operator placed product inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit for chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to triple sink. Operator provided paper towels.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizing time as a public heal control for pizza slices without no written procedures. Printed and provided operator with form.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled at kitchen area.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelf with clean equipment under prep table.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling dusty over prep area in kitchen and ceiling tiles soiled in back prep area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on shelf with oven mitt and clean tongs.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken reach in cooler stored in back area. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At both back doors.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/cooler and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in cooler in back prep area
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed vacuum stored inside mop sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored inside water 80F at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of toaster oven soiled at prep table across from cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at prep table near microwave and toaster oven.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour not labeled in back prep area.
Apr 16, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
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. Observed no employee training for all employees.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at hand wash sink near triple sink and in back prep area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At back prep reach in coolers
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and ceiling tiles soiled throughout establishment.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn at RIC in front of cook line and in pizza station
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of both exterior doors.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside reach in freezer in prep area
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of toaster oven soiled on prep table in front of cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at all reach in coolers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind prep table near microwaves and near pizza ovens
Feb 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn spray stored on shelf above prep table at front counter.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/1/2024
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
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. Observed no employee training for all employees.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at hand wash sink near triple sink and in back prep area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At back prep reach in coolers
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and ceiling tiles soiled throughout establishment.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn at RIC in front of cook line and in pizza station
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of both exterior doors.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of peeled tomatoes stored on floor in back prep area. Operator properly stored tomatoes.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside reach in freezer in prep area
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of toaster oven soiled on prep table in front of cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand sink in back prep area. Operator posted sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at all reach in coolers.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in coolers in back prep area soiled
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on top of prep table next to pizza boxes. Operator relocated bucket.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind prep table near microwaves and near pizza ovens
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour not labeled in back prep area. Operator labeled flour.
Oct 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast stored over cooked chicken. Operator relocated products for proper storage.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Operator took can opener to dish area to be cleaned.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and ceiling vents soiled throughout establishment.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at reach in coolers in back area and in front of stove.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handles of scoop stored inside flour touching flour. Operator removed scoops.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of toaster oven soiled with old food debris on counter top near cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout establishment.
Stored food not covered. Observed bowl of meatballs uncovered stored inside reach in cooler in front of stove. Operator covered meatballs.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled near pizza station.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour not labeled. Operator labeled flour.
Apr 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout establishment.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at pizza station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several broken tiles, throughout kitchen.
Feb 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Discussed and provided email handout.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Slice machine blade and guard soiled, located at preparation area.
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. Discussed and provided email forms.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed standing coolers handles soiled, located near preparation area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, throughout kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout establishment.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at pizza station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several broken tiles, throughout kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled, located at cooking line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at cooking line. Observed hood filters soiled.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm of quaternary in three compartment, corrected to 300 ppm of quaternary in three compartment sink.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee drinking on cooks line with gloves on and returning to work with no glove changing. Corrected action in discussed with operator proper glove changing and hand washing.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked lasagna, opened container of milk all held over 24 hrs not date marked.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser not operating at employee hand wash sink on cooks line, corrected, operator replaced soap at time of inspection.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing over back prep area.
Employee / drinking /eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking on cooks line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom shelf of reach in produce cooler with old debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Round tins not inverted, corrected, operator inverted containers during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.