PORTO BELLA ITALIAN REST & PIZZA
9770 S MILITARY TRAIL, Boynton Beach FL 33436
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 18 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor at cook line. Operator removed roach.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $4,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026014975 | Jan 5, 2026 | Apr 2, 2026 | $600 |
| 2--2025054226 | Jul 7, 2025 | Aug 14, 2025 | $1,200 |
| 2--2024015506 | Mar 7, 2024 | May 9, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2021046588 | Aug 28, 2021 | Nov 9, 2021 | $200 |
| 2--2019000865 | Dec 29, 2018 | Feb 12, 2019 | $400 |
| 2--2015041765 | Sep 16, 2015 | Feb 26, 2016 | $800 |
Inspection history
18 visits, newest first
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch pants and then proceeded to touch raw dough without washing hands. Advised operator to wash hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw burgers stored over marinara sauce. Operator stored raw burgers properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic 64F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator food held out of unit less than four hours. Operator placed in ice bath.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided operator big 6 poster.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled with food debris at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease and food debris. Observed reach in coolers at cook line soiled with food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease and food debris throughout kitchen.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed wiping cloth bucket stored in bleach and soap. Operator remade.
Jan 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed employee dried hands on soiled apron and then proceeded to touch a loaf of bread without washing hands. Discussed with employee. Employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed flip top cooler next to handwashing sink; raw shrimp (50F);; cooked onions (49F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operator added ice to quick chill food.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris and grease at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease at cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelving in walk in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed soap and chlorine stored in sanitizer bucket at cook line. Operator remade solution.
Jul 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 3 flies in dining area flying around.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor at cook line. Operator removed roach.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in three door continental cooler heavy cream (48F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator held in unit less than four hours. Operator placed heavy cream in ice bath.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soap dispenser heavily soiled with grease and food debris.
Dec 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line cutting boards no longer cleanable.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on continental reach in cooler door handle. Operator removed to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease and food debris. Observed in reach in cooler at cook line, gaskets and interior of reach in cooler soiled.
Dec 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator corrected to 100ppm chlorine.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler butter 39-50F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Observed food past the fill line. Operator placed butter out of temp into another container to quick chill in walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator corrected to 100ppm chlorine.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At reach in cooler across from handwashing sink shrimp 49-50F at 1:47 to 49-50F at 2:31 (ambient cooling since 12:00). At current rate of cooling food will not reach 41F or below within 4 hours. Operator placed food in ice bath.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line cutting boards no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee water bottle stored on food rack with ready to eat food. Operator removed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on continental reach in cooler door handle. Operator removed to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease and food debris. Observed in reach in cooler at cook line, gaskets and interior of reach in cooler soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth stored on pizza station cooler. Operator stored in solution.
Sep 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 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. Observed employee handling sandwich with bare hands. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands and put gloves on
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of wd40 stored with single service items above prep table. Operator stored properly
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener mount heavily soiled
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed throughout. Operator states new cutting boards on order
Equipment in poor repair. Dishwashing racks in poor repair
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cook line equipment
Food stored on floor. Pan of cooked lasagna stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator moved to shelf
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelving soiled, sides of coolers soiled, gaskets at reach in coolers soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at 2 drawer unit on cook line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at pizza line flip top
Stored food not covered. Container of cooked soup stored uncovered in walk in freezer, operator covered
May 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored in prep table with cooked pizzas. Operator removed
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken/veal stored above cooked sausage in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. Slicer blade/guard soiled
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed throughout
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Pan of raw chicken stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator moved to shelf
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Onserved at hood filters
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line flip tops
Mar 8, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Mar 7, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken cutlet stored above unwashed onions in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 25 live roaches inside of door jamb of left side cook line flip top cooler on cook line in kitchen.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handling food with damaged gloves. Discussed with employee employee removed gloves and washed hands and placed on new gloves
Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at cook line coolers/microwave
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on ground next to steam table in kitchen
Food stored on floor. 2 pans of raw chicken, pan f raw salmon stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator moved to shelf
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jan 24, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 15 live roaches on wall and rack holding clean wares in ware washing area directly next to prep table holding slicer in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside back of 2 drawer reach in freezer on cook line in kitchen Observed 3 live roaches inside of wheel of middle cook line flip top cooler in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on wall above prep table holding slicer in kitchen Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside of control devices located throughout kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches inside of control devices throughout kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jan 23, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 15 live roaches on wall and rack holding clean wares in ware washing area directly next to prep table holding slicer in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside back of 2 drawer reach in freezer on cook line in kitchen Observed 3 live roaches inside of wheel of middle cook line flip top cooler in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on wall above prep table holding slicer in kitchen Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside of control devices located throughout kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches inside of control devices throughout kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jan 23, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 15 live roaches on wall and rack holding clean wares in ware washing area directly next to prep table holding slicer in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside back of 2 drawer reach in freezer on cook line in kitchen Observed 3 live roaches inside of wheel of middle cook line flip top cooler in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on wall above prep table holding slicer in kitchen Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside of control devices located throughout kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches inside of control devices throughout kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jan 22, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Containers of medics stored order pick up, table at front counter, operator removed
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken stored above unwashed onions in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 15 live roaches on wall and rack holding clean wares in ware washing area directly next to prep table holding slicer in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside back of 2 drawer reach in freezer on cook line in kitchen Observed 3 live roaches inside of wheel of middle cook line flip top cooler in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach on wall above prep table holding slicer in kitchen Observed approximately 10 live roaches inside of control devices located throughout kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing blue substance in dining room not labeled. Operator labeled
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches inside of control devices throughout kitchen
Food stored on floor. Items stored in floor in walk in freezer
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Aug 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 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.... Cook Operator touched cooked chicken,mushrooms while cutting to serve to the customer. Operator stated that he washed hands prior serving food. Operator washed hands and putting gloves on hands.
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... multiple pizza, pizza sauce at pizza station, garlic in oil in server station. Employee time marked after dis.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored a pot in handwashing sink at kitchen, operated moved.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at pizza, server station. Employee provided
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at pizza station. Employee properly stored.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust....heavy soiled build up underneath ice machine, reach in cooler at server station.
Stored food not covered....several sauce, soup not covered at walk in cooler, walk in freezer. Employee covered.
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.