PIZZILLO PIZZA PASTA
7293 NW 36 ST, Miami FL 33178
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed mold-like growth on surface of montanada sauce with milk cream.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Administrative determination recommendedRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on October 1st, 2025, more than sixty days.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over heavy whipping cream at triple door reach in cooler at prep area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at splitter at mop sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta in reach in cooler missing production date, as per employee made the day prior.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter at handwashing sink at warewashing area missing date.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches on the floor under fryer and flattop griddle. Roaches were swept up and discarded.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice machine next to warewashing area touching ice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave at pizza station soiled with food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in unisex bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves and interior reach in cooler at cook line soiled with debris.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe at three compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not inverted use left in mop bucket and not properly hung to dry.
Mar 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no appear towels at handwashing sink at ware washing area. Employee provided towels.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no service date on water filter next to hand sink at ware washing area.
Aug 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no appear towels at handwashing sink at ware washing area. Employee provided towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink at front counter.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no service date on water filter next to hand sink at ware washing area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach at rear exit building. Employee removed roach and discarded it.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at mop sink.
Dec 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the three door standing cooler located next to the pizza oven observed raw eggs stored over cooked pork. Coached operator on raw food storage as specified by the food code, also sent operator Raw Food storage handout.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in the standing freezer located at cook line raw chicken stored over cooked bolognese sauce.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked meat balls marked more than 10 days, as per operator food was not going to be served to the public it was just for training purposes. Operator discarded food on site.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of degreaser stored over cutting board attached to the cooler at cook line by the three compartment sink. Operator removed it on site.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips not available during the inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket in disrepair, cooler located at cook line next to the three compartment sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of the microwave soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers stored on drying shelf above the three compartment sink.
Aug 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed mold-like growth on surface of montanada sauce with milk cream.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (52 F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (50 F - Cold Holding). As per operator, items were prepped less than 4 hours. Operator placed items in reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test strips expired.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed air conditioner pipe draining into hand sink, near front counter.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed only 1 employee currently employed more than 60 days with no training. Mariangelis Rojas.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser not dispensing paper towels at hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed operator was not aware of how to calibrate thermometer. Operator was coached on how to properly calibrated thermometer.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment has no consumer advisory posted. Operator was provided consumer advisory via email.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 missing ceiling tiles near dry storage area.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed read in cooler near 3 compartment sink with an ambient temperature of 50 F. Operator called technician.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at prep counter at pizza 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 tiramisu prepared and packaged onsite not labeled. Operator labeled tiramisu at the time of the inspection.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed dumpsters shared by other locations at plaza missing drain plugs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all gaskets at reach in coolers and reach in freezer soiled. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpsters shared by other locations at plaza with the lids open.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed sleeve of pizza boxes stored on floor at dry storage. Operator placed sleeve of pizza boxes off the ground.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored wet mop to dry.
Aug 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside handsink located next to 3 compartment sink. Observed air conditioner pipe draining into hand sink, near front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. At the time of the inspection observed Ernesto Gomez and Mariangelis Rojas with no food handler certificate.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with cut marks at pizza station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in freezer by pizza station.
May 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing hands. Instructed employee to removed gloves and wash hands before placing new gloves on, and she did.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw Chicken over seafood mix at reach in freezer near 3 compartment sink.
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. Provided via email to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Handsink located next to pizza station block with garbage can.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside handsink located next to 3 compartment sink. Observed air conditioner pipe draining into hand sink, near front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. At the time of the inspection observed Ernesto Gomez and Mariangelis Rojas with no food handler certificate.
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. Provided via email to operator.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed Plates not inverted stored at front counter by register. Employee inverted them.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with cut marks at pizza station.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler by register in disrepair. Observed gasket at reach in freezer located near the 3 compartment sink.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in freezer by pizza station.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 26, 2024□ 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed air conditioner pipe draining into hand sink, near front counter.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled in reach in cooler by the front counter.
Jan 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed seating restaurant establishment operating with an expired license, dated October 1, 2033. At time of inspection observed 3 food employees engaged in food preparation and food service of approximately 10+ customers.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Bolognese sauce (56F - Cold Holding) located at top portion of prep cooler, across from 3 compartment sink, less than 4 hours. Employee removed food item and placed into bottom of reach in cooler, for cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pizza (98F - Hot Holding) located at hot holding display unit, stored at front counter, less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat food items to 135F and above.
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. Emailed to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink block with garbage can in front of it, located near front counter of restaurant. Observed hand sink block near the 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed air conditioner pipe draining into hand sink, near front counter.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager certification not provided or observed at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in hand sink by the front counter. Employee replenished paper towel.
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. Provided and emailed to operator.
Observed: No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed, dated October 1, 2021 on bulletin board near entrance door of restaurant establishment.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed oil container stored on the floor next to the reach in cooler by the 3 compartment sink.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled in reach in cooler by the front counter.
Open dumpster lid.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensil stored upright located by the reach in cooler next to the register by the front counter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored above preparation table near the hand sink by the front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple squeeze bottle with no common name throughout all reach in cooler. Observed containers with food with no common name located in reach in cooler near the 3 compartment sink.Manager placed label on containers.
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