SALVATORE PIZZA AND PASTA, INC
1550 W 84 ST STE 1, Hialeah FL 33014 · 3058217016
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.. Observed marinara sauce (60/58F - Cooling), was cooked from the day before as per operator.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 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
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee getting in the cook line and touched cheese placed on top of the pizza, with not hand washing. Instructed operator regarding hand washing procedure.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic mixture (62F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs (122F - Hot Holding) in steam table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator stirred the food items.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Located sanitizer bucket on preparation table. Operator removed it.
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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed lasagna (99/85F - Cooling) covered with a plastic wrap, while was cooling. Instructed operator regarding the cooling process.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice cube on hand sink located on the back area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed form to operator.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, on the back area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed croutons with not label.
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 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. Observed marinara sauce (55/51F - Cooling) was cooked from the day before as per operator, located in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed marinara sauce (55/51F - Cooling) was cooked from the day before as per operator, located in walk in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on preparation table. Operator removed it.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 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. Observed marinara sauce (60/58F - Cooling), was cooked from the day before as per operator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.. Observed marinara sauce (60/58F - Cooling), was cooked from the day before as per operator.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp in standing water.
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing dishes in hand wash sink located in the kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup inside sugar container, operator removed it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the front area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 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. Observed cooked pasta (49°F/48°F - Cooling); marinara sauce (61°F/58°F - Cooling); inside walk in cooler from the day before as per operator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pasta (49°F/48°F - Cooling); marinara sauce (61°F/58°F - Cooling); inside walk in cooler from the day before as per operator.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filter soiled.
Nov 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Observed no proof that food employees are informed of their responsibilities. Emailed form to operator, operator print out and employees signed.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Cheese pizza.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with detergent with no label.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container inside salt and flour container, operator removed it.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. At the front line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen calamari inside 3 compartment sink at room temperature. Operator open the cold faucet water.
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