ROMA PIZZA AND ITALIAN CUISINE
1 N EUSTIS ST, Eustis FL 32726 · 352-589-4481
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Lettuce in trash bags.operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board at front counter soiled.
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. One employee hired 2 weeks ago. Emailed form to operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta and lasagna in reach in cooler. Operator date marked.
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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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restroom doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In Parmesan cheese container. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets at pizza make station. Reach in cooler gaskets in back kitchen area. Hood filters soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler interior Upright white reach in freezer interior soiled.
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Per operator from 2 days prior. Cooked Chicken Wings (46F - Cold Holding)
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. Raw chicken over French fries in reach in freezer. Operator removed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Per operator from 2 days prior. Cooked Chicken Wings (46F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours. Moved to freezer for quick cooling. Garlic in oil (49F - Cold Holding)
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Per operator from 2 days prior. Cooked Chicken Wings (46F - Cold Holding) Wings stored in deep pan with too much in the pan.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. mixer head soiled. Long white cutting board at front counter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front counter and in the kitchen. Operator replaced.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At front counter and in the kitchen. Operator replaced.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket on dish rack. Operator removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer missing handle.
Food stored on floor. Bottle of cooking oil.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Upright white reach in freezer gaskets soiled. Upright white reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Exterior coolers and freezer in the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright reach in freezer. Upright reach in cooler
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Per operator from day prior House made Marinara Sauce (62F - Cooling);
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. Raw ground beef with shrimp in reach in freezer. Operator removed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Per operator from day prior House made Marinara Sause (62F - Cooling); (62F)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours operator moved to freezer for quick cooling. Heavy Cream (47F - Cold Holding)
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Stored in Large deep plastic container
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener soiled -Long white Cutting board on prep table soiled - Fryer baskets soiled. - Mixer head soiled
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator filled out form and posted.
Ceiling tile missing. Tile over mixer in the kitchen
Food stored on floor. Cases of can sodas. Operator removed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On stove handle operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave next to white upright freezer soiled
Light not functioning. One bulb at cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket by prep station soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler by prep station soiled. White upright Reach in Freezer soiled. Operator cleaned.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by cook line soiled
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. - raw chicken stored over rave ground beef in reach in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board at salad station. - can opener - Mixer head - Electric slicer
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - santi bucket stored in hand sink at from counter.
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. - 1new hire
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. - rust on bottom of kenmore freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. - gasket on reach in at salad station
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - gaskets on pizza cooler
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. - meatballs stored in chests freezer at front counter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. - Portioned Lasagna date marked 8/15. Operator discarded
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board at salad station salad. -Can opener -white cutting board on make line. - mixer head - electric slicer
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - hand sink at front counter
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -Men's and women's bathrooms
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Food stored on floor. - in kitchen.Cooking oil
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets on pizza cooler
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. - bottle of water stored with food in reach in cooler in kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw chicken stored over Breads in reach-in cooler. - raw ground beef stored over cooked sausage links
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of cleaner stored next t pizza make line.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener - electric slicer -Mixer head - - white cutting board at salad station.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle of clear liquid
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. - ice scoop stored directly on ice machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave on cooks line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of pizza oven - hood fliters
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Marinara 55°, Operator place marinara in cold holding unit 1 day prior. Operator discarded.
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. - operator placed correct time on board. Pizza was pulled from oven 20 minutes prior.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -spray bottle of cleaner stored in hand sink at front counter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - salad station white cutting board -Can opener -electric slicer - mixer head - interior of fry
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - hand sink used as dump sink in kitchen 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. 1 new hire
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tank located in storage area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -drink stored on shelf next to pizza make line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Back door
Food stored on floor. - cooking oil stored under pizza ovens
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of ice machine
Aug 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored over ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
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. Operator placed correct time on board.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board at front count salad station, and cooks line. Can opener Electric slicer Mixer head
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handsink next to 3 compartment sink used as a dump 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. Hand sink at front counter.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at front counter. Hand next to pizza station
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks located in storage closet.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator preparing food
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Pizza station Front counter salad station.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed vegetables stored over pizza sauce.
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.