SON OF A PIZZA PUB
30390 OLD DIXIE HWY, Homestead FL 33033 · 305.247.0555
Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017038284 | Jul 7, 2017 | Oct 4, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile by back door.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on vents at cook line. Also observed dust accumulated on fans at cook line.
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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease accumulated under equipment at cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen and under shelves at walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair across fryer's at cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on white standing reach in freezer across dishwasher machine.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior in all units throughout kitchen. Also observed soiled shelves at walk in cooler floor.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves at walk in cooler.
Apr 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate19 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)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting boards at cook line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lasagna prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside flour bag, employee removed during inspection.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile by back door.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on vents at cook line. Also observed dust accumulated on fans at cook line.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food inside standing unit next to pizza proofer. Employee removed during inspection.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease accumulated under equipment at cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen and under shelves at walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair across fryer's at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed a flour bag stored on floor at cook line, operator stored properly during inspection. Also observed a case of raw chicken wings on walk in cooler floor, employee stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on white standing reach in freezer across dishwasher machine.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on hand wash sink across stove.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on unit across fryer's at cook line. Also observed dust accumulated on cover fans at walk in cooler floor.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink inside standing unit next to pizza proofer, employee removed during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior in all units throughout kitchen. Also observed soiled shelves at walk in cooler floor.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves at walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
Dec 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate12 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease accumulated under fryers and standing unit at cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipment at cook line, by dishwasher area. Observed at walk in cooler. Observed at bar area.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor at kitchen area across pizza dough maker.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen area across pizza dough maker.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on hand wash sink across microwave at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units throughout establishment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in standing reach in cooler (pizza dough) at kitchen area. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior at pizza station.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed pizza boxes stored on floor next to arcade machines. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on preparation table at kitchen area.
Jun 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observe soiled cutting boards. Also observe soiled slicer. Observe soiled food container inside reach in cooler across fryers at kitchen area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observe food debris accumulated on all door handles in all units at kitchen area.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observe broken cold water handle at hand wash sink at kitchen area next to standing unit near cook line.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observe throughout kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe soiled gaskets with food debris in all units at kitchen area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observe broken pipe on hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe soiled interior reach in cooler across fryers at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observe at dishwasher area, also observe behind slicer at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observe employee cleaning slicer. Coached employee during inspection.
Apr 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate16 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observe employee dried their hands on clothes and continued cutting sausages on slicer at kitchen area. Coached employee on proper procedures.
Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observe raw chicken stored above raw shrimp on standing unit at kitchen area. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observe soiled cutting boards. Also observe soiled slicer. Observe soiled food container inside reach in cooler across fryers at kitchen area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observe on hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observe cooked pasta not date marked, as per employee over 24 hours on standing unit at kitchen area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observe food debris accumulated on all door handles in all units at kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observe personal drink on preparation table next to slicer at kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observe broken cold water handle at hand wash sink at kitchen area next to standing unit near cook line.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observe throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observe raw chicken wings case stored on floor at walk in cooler.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observe ice scoop stored on top of the ice machine. Employee removed scoop during inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observe soiled gaskets with food debris in all units at kitchen area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observe broken pipe on hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe soiled interior reach in cooler across fryers at kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observe pizza boxes stored on floor next to arcade machines.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observe raw chicken breast (39F - Hot Holding) inside 3 compartment sink at kitchen area, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee started portioned raw chicken during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observe at dishwasher area, also observe behind slicer at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observe employee cleaning slicer. Coached employee during inspection.
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked lasagna inside reach in cooler next to preparation table at kitchen and.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding) inside reaching cooler across fryer, as per employee tomatoes was being prepared 40 minutes ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs (125F - Hot Holding) on steam table, as per employee less than 1 hour. Employee proceeded to reheat food.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at cook line. Also observed food being stored on soiled trays and containers at pizza station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta and lasagna inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per employee over 24 hours.
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 inside flour bag at kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile by back door.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout kitchen area. Also observed grease accumulated under fryers and equipment at kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken case stored on walk in cooler floor. Also observed a flour bag stored on kitchen floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on wall by dining room.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop being stored on top of the ice machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all units throughout kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes being stored on floor by dining room.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls by slicer at kitchen area. Also observed soiled wall by dishwasher machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by pizza station.
Jun 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 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 0ppm.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in units at cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen area by fryers.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour stored on kitchen floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units at cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by 3 compartment sink. Also behind dishwasher machine.
Jan 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate13 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
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw shrimp in reach in cooler next to preparation table. Employee stored properly.
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 form during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lasagna not dated, as per employee over 24 hours inside reach in cooler next to fryer.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled unit handles throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed most of the cutting boards in kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gaskets in unit next to fryers.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken cases stored on walk in cooler, also observed cooking oil container stored on kitchens floor, employee rearranged properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit across fryers.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in cooler across fryers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind dishwasher, also soiled wall at 3 compartment sink.
Water leaking from faucet at 3 compartment sink, also in HWS in kitchen area.
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.