SERGIO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
35233 PURE WATER WAY, Zephyrhills FL 33541 · 8137880432
Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 owner
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024023659 | Feb 13, 2024 | May 21, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with food debris.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Employee labeled a bottle of degreaser in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed 6 A/C vents in dining room that are soiled with a little dust. Vents in ware washing area soiled with dust but did not observe anything dropping on food or food contact surfaces.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Employee labeled bulk container of flour not in dry storage.
Dec 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. Chlorine sanitizer tested at 0ppm.
Nov 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 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. Chlorine sanitizer tested at 0ppm.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee pickup portion cup from floor throw it away and proceeded to fill soup cup. Coached employee on proper handwashing procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Operator washed rinse and sanitized soiled can opener blade.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Employee labeled a bottle of degreaser in kitchen.
Mar 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained with food debris buildup between cracks near pizza oven.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink next to pizza oven.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Clean utensils exposed to drip at hand wash sink.
Cutting board near pizza oven has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Feb 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Pizza cooler
Dec 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All SafeStaff food handler certificates expired October. 2024
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sink next to pizza ovens with no hot water, per operator repairs scheduled, all other sinks with hot water
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Pizza cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at servers station
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200ppm, remade at 100ppm
Apr 24, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed added enclosed storage room where walk in cooler is. Observed dry food items and single service items stored and a reach in freezer added. Also observed mixer, slicer and 2 prep tables in storage room connected off of kitchen. Verified in system no approved plans on file.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided at employee handwash sink due to loose faucet. Manager fixed
Feb 13, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed enclosed storage room where walk in cooler is. Observed food and single service items stored and a reach in freezer added. Also observed mixer, slicer in storage room
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed unsealed wood ceiling in storage room with walk in cooler
Dec 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored over whole tomatoes in walk in cooler
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 owner
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Only food manager Anthony Fernandez expired 10-15-2023
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed enclosed storage room where walk in cooler is. Observed food and single service items stored and a reach in freezer added. Also observed mixer, slicer in storage room
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed unsealed wood ceiling in storage room with walk in cooler
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.