TRALIA PIZZA
6566 GATEWAY AVE, Sarasota FL 34231 · 9414219279
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10 small flying insects near a drain behind the front counter.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 20, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.Emailed operator information on obtaining HACCP plan. Observed vacuum sealer and beef in freezer vacuum packed 4/30/26.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed soiled floor under dishmachine and cooking equipment on line.
May 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 dishmachine at 0 ppm. Operator called for service.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed items in hand sink at bar. Employee removed items.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.Emailed operator information on obtaining HACCP plan. Observed vacuum sealer and beef in freezer vacuum packed 4/30/26.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.Observed water on floor in front of pizza reach in cooler. Operator dried area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed soiled floor under dishmachine and cooking equipment on line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of warewashing machine.
Mar 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 14, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10 small flying insects near a drain behind the front counter.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on the floor in the kitchen and the storage area. The operator properly stored the pizza boxes.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. The operator properly stored the wet mop.
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed a non-food grade paper towel used as a liner for cilantro in the reach in cooler at the front counter. The operator removed the liner.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed vegan chorizo prepared on site date marked 6/29. Observed cooked pork prepared on site date marked 6/21 and 6/26. The operator discarded the above foods.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed vegan chorizo prepared on site date marked 6/29. Observed cooked pork prepared on site date marked 6/21 and 6/26. The operator discarded the above foods.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary wiping cloth solution exceeding 500ppm in the kitchen. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training through ServSafe by the National Restaurant Association.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean pans stored next to a hand sink exposed to splash near the entrance to the kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch. The employee removed the watch.
The sanitizer compartment of the three compartment sink had detergent and sanitizer mixed together. The operator refilled the compartment with sanitizer only.
Dec 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed an employee wash and rinse tongs without sanitizing. The employee filled the sanitizer compartment of the sink and properly rewashed the tongs.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the quaternary wiping cloth solution behind the front counter at 500ppm. The operator replaced the solution at 200ppm.
No soap provided at handwash sink on the cook line. The operator provided the hand sink with soap.
Clean wiping cloth supply not properly stored. Observed clean wiping cloths stored on the floor in the storage area. The operator properly stored the wiping cloths.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a shelf above a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the cell phone.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of oil stored on the floor in the storage area. The operator properly stored the oil.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash dishes in the three compartment sink without sanitizing. The employee filled the sanitizer compartment and rewashed the dishes.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over pasteurized liquid eggs in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the liquid eggs.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal scrubbing brush stored inside the handwashing sink at the front counter. The operator removed the scrubbing brush.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage stored on a shelf near clean equipment. The operator discarded the beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys stored in a container with single-service to go lids. The operator properly stored the keys.
Open dumpster lid. The operator is unable to close the lid due to blockage by trees.
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.