PIZZAVOLA CB
5240 N ATLANTIC AVE #150, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 3217853177
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Along rear sidewalk and in grass areas
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026012312 | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 25, 2026 | $400 |
| 4--2022024664 | Mar 7, 2022 | Jun 1, 2022 | $720 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ham date marked 8/6
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Meatballs 127F, had cook increase temperature. Put on 1 hr ago
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by dish pit, manager refilled
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. Julia. Provided to employee, manager had her sign
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Water leaking from ice machine
Gasket on reach in freezer on cook line are in poor repair, causing ice build up inside freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer across from ice machine.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Pizza paddle stored on top of oven
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad cooler
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Educated employee
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Red fire extinguisher next to ice machine in recharge
Feb 18, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 200+ppm. Operator diluted 100ppm
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm. Replaced source container and primed. 100ppm
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Operator has been dumping mop water in grass behind building
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Along rear sidewalk and in grass areas
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Drain beneath triple sink and dishwasher overflowed onto the floor when draining sink. Mop sink drain also backed up
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In flip top of reach-in cooler on cook line pasta (52F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach-in cooler on cook line pasta (52F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line overnight. SEE STOP SALE
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Doors heavily soiled
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Women's bathroom
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tank not secured behind building
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On ledge of ice machine
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Pizza paddle stored on top of oven.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters not covered
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Remade to 50ppm
Sep 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In flip top of reach in cooler at pizza make line deli ham (48F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); gyro meat (53F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler at pizza make line deli ham (48F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); gyro meat (53F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding) SEE STOP SALE In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line cooked noodles (46F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line of unit. SEE STOP SALE
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Deli slicer has an accumulation old food debris in upper housing
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. Last one signed in 2023. New hire on duty read and signed
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. All certificates expired except for 1
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Interior heavily soiled doors
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Restroom on bar side is out of order
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Water bottles in ice machine
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cutting board. Moved
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Operator remade to 50ppm chlorine
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter in pizza area pizza sauce (57F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Table mounted can opener is soiled
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not stored inverted
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Food items in walk in cooler are stored below a steady drip from condenser unit
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler and walk in freezer shelves have an accumulation of mold like substance
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On the floor. Operator moved
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Table mounted can opener is soiled
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining shelf in glass front reach in cooler across from salad station. Operator discarded
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket is not stored inverted
Apr 18, 2024Inspection 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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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. Employee scooped ice from bin at soda machine using drinking cup being serviced to guests
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line cooked noodles (55F - Cold Holding) stocked over fill line of unit
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Blue cup on shelf over make line. Operator moved
Nov 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line. sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding). Stored over fill line of unit. Operator moved to refrigeration
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance. Underside of beer tower has an accumulation of mold like substance. Operator cleaned
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Buckets stored in wells of hand wash sinks next to cook line and salad make line. Operator moved
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In walk in cooler. 2 oz plastic soufflé cup used as scoop for yeast. Operator discarded
Food stored on floor. Bucket of marinara stored on the floor in walk in cooler. Operator moved
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Behind bar. Operator posted signage
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves are rusting and chipping
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 10ppm. Operator remade to 50ppm
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.