STONER'S PIZZA JOINT PALM COAST
5 UTILITY DR, Palm Coast FL 32137 · 386-446-4461
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 14 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 27 flies on dirty rags under 3 compartment sink in back area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022054809 | Aug 4, 2022 | Apr 20, 2023 | $400 |
| 5--2018030925 | Jun 6, 2018 | Jul 5, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 23, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of employee training.
Dec 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash his hands in restroom and not in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand washing sink in kitchen.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of employee training.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink does not have hot water in kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Door handles are soiled.
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler there are boxes of food on floor.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop in cheese. Person in charge removed scoop.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop face down in bucket.
Jul 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Spray hose hangs below the rim of the sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand washing sink. Person in charge replaced paper towels.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach across from 3 compartment sink. Person in charge swept up and disposed of roach.
Equipment in poor repair. Vent in walk in cooler is dripping water onto floor.
Food stored on floor. Case of lettuce on floor in walk in cooler. Person in charge picked lettuce up and store correctly.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle laying in salt.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on pizza cooler are soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Pizza cooler is soiled inside.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop face down in bucket. Needs to hang up to dry.
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee wash hands with cold water.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Establishments quaternary sanitizer is not dispensing. I went a found a jug of bleach, showed employee how to make a sanitizer sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Both hand washing sinks have containers/buckets in them.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Establishment does not have any training.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles not labeled.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Under front area; there is can can of paint.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water and front hand washing sink.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle laying in sausage, peppers, and cheese.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Lids on sugar/flour are soiled.
Aug 15, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Spray hose is hang 2-3" in sink.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Establishment does not have a food manager.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Establishment does not have any proof of training.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Both chest freezers have ice buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean dish racks in back are rusted and dusty.
Aug 12, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 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 priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 27 flies on dirty rags under 3 compartment sink in back area.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Spray hose is hang 2-3" in sink.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Can of olives is dented.
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. Establishment does not have proof of vomiting and diarrhea clean up.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer and can opener have debris on them.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Establishment does not have a food manager.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Establishment does not have any proof of training.
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. Establishment has no training.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Flour on floor near large mixer.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Bottom of pizza prep table has plastic wrap still on it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Both chest freezers have ice buildup.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handles laying in salt/flour.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean dish racks in back are rusted and dusty.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At counter; Pizza 130F; ( - Hot Holding). Person in charge placed on time control.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer is soiled.
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. All staff not certified
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Broccoli dated 1.18 today is 1.29.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 spray bottles not labeled. Person in charge labeled.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in semolina. Person in charge removed.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Lights in dish area do not work.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop face down. Person in charge hung to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Semolina not marked. Person in charge labeled.
Nov 30, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 31, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Establishment does not have proof of employee training.
Sep 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At roll top cooler in back of kitchen, stored at bottom of cooler, cooked meatballs (45F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At roll top cooler in back of kitchen, stored at bottom of cooler, cooked meatballs (45F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded meatballs.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At mop sink, hose Bibb missing from external hose.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dough mixer is soiled with flour debris buildup.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple rags in handwash sink. Operator removed rags.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Establishment does not have a food manager.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Establishment does not have proof of employee training.
Bathroom facility not clean. Bathroom floors covered in toilet paper.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Flours throughout kitchen and back area have food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer Excessive ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At front counter, flour scoop handle in flour. Person in Charge moved handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler mold-like substance buildup. Under front counter, bulk container of floor soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. At mop sink, black mold-like substance on walls around sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At mop sink, multiple mop heads facing down.
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