TONY SACCO'S COAL OVEN PIZZA
8001 PLAZA DEL LAGO DR #109, Estero FL 33928 · 239.948.6697
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ranch dressing at 47F cold holding, observed cooled to 44F within 20 minutes.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,040
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021012708 | Feb 25, 2021 | Apr 22, 2021 | $200 |
| 7--2019059373 | Oct 15, 2019 | Dec 12, 2019 | $360 |
| 7--2016029709 | Jun 20, 2016 | Jul 19, 2016 | $480 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled, operator washed can opener.
Dec 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed spray bottle on the dry storage shelf not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water leaking from pipe under the 3 compartment sink.
Jul 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of dented artichoke hearts on the can rack next to the three compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on the can opener.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 Tanks near office door not secured.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding broken under dish machine and 3 compartment sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice in ice machine.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet in restroom #2 with loose handle.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to ice machine and 3 compartment sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking at handwashing sink next to the ice machine.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed Tylenol stored on shelf above service area on the front cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ranch dressing at 47F cold holding, observed cooled to 44F within 20 minutes.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on front cook line soiled with food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand towels at handwashing sink in the prep kitchen next to the ice machine.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water temperature at 74F in the restrooms and in the drink service area next to the front kitchen area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.observed ceiling tile vents and ceiling tile soiled with dust and food debris throughout restaurant.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Ice tea pitchers with ice tea inside stored next to handwashing sink in server station.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding broken under dish machine and 3 compartment sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint. Operator put on a hair net.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in contact with antipasto Salad on front cook line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights on front cook line are not shielded or protected.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler doors with a build up of food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to ice machine and 3 compartment sink.
Jul 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter not date marked with date of last service.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed build up of dust like debris on ceiling ac vent in the kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing near 3 compartment sink and dishwasher area.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no marked date on water filter for ice machine to mark last service date.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in middle of kitchen above prep table.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove moulding broken and missing under 3 bay sink and next to dishwasher.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on walk in door gaskets.
Aug 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed buildup of black mold like substance in ice machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of mold like substance on walk in cooler door gaskets.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed build up of dust like substance on ceiling vents, tiles, and in use floor fans.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food not wearing a hair restraint.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed cove moulding broken in kitchen Unser 3 compartment sink, and next to dishwashing machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled in kitchen Under prep tables around perimeter of kitchen, and in the front bar area.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed 2 ice pitchers used for serving ice tea cracking on top rims of pitchers. Located in the servers drink station.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Did not see any ambient thermometer in reach in coolers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on walk-in cooler shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to alto sham on front kitchen cook line.
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