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VALENTINA'S PIZZERIA

9641 COMMERCIAL WAY, Weeki Wachee FL 34613 · 352-675-1111

Last inspected May 13, 2026 · 14 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats22
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3701101
Grade history
JUN 25
JUN 25
NOV 25
MAR 26
MAY 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $840

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2018009603Jan 9, 2018May 16, 2018$400
3--2017009456Feb 6, 2017May 19, 2017$440

Inspection history

14 visits, newest first

May 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over ready-to-eat mozzarella cheese in walk-in cooler. Operator moved and stored correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture missing in back hallway near kitchen and table.
Basic/36-03-4
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. No light in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4
Mar 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

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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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizing dishmachine at 0ppm. Operator placed out of order sign on machine and set up three compartment sink with quaternary solution at 200ppm.
High priority/22-49-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Feb 6, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Dishmachine relocated, ice machine removed and moved to front service area, office converted into dry storage area, and handwash sink removed near mop sink area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Plans submitted on 11/28/2025, confirmed with Briana in plan review. Pending approval. Time Extended/Return visit Feb 6, 2026 · Plans approved 12/22/25. Dessert display and pizza display at front counter not on plan. Ceiling has acoustic tiles above display case/ front counter Reach in cooler added across from 3 compartment sink, freezer on plan is not there. Center island is prep table, storage underneath. Partition wall removed. Discussed with plan reviewer, Cassie. She requested that plans be revised and sent back to plan review. Admin Complaint
Dec 3, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area near mop sink in rear of kitchen. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Updated plans submitted on 11/28/2025, confirmed with Briana in plan review. Pending approval. Will time extend till plans are reviewed and will confirm at next callback inspection. Time Extended
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Dishmachine relocated, ice machine removed and moved to front service area, office converted into dry storage area, and handwash sink removed near mop sink area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Plans submitted on 11/28/2025, confirmed with Briana in plan review. Pending approval. Time Extended
Nov 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area near mop sink in rear of kitchen. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Dishmachine relocated, ice machine removed and moved to front service area, office converted into dry storage area, and handwash sink removed near mop sink area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Jun 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for Pamela R. hired on 03/17/2025.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light bulb removed. Employee tried to replace bulb, but light will not work.
Basic/38-04-4
Jun 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw whole shell eggs stored over various ready to eat deli meats in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing cleaner not labeled at triple sink area.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
Box of unwashed peppers and cucumbers stored over ready-to-eat packages of bread.
Basic/08B-17-4
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor of walk in cooler heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/36-01-4
Heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing in bucket of standing water in prep sink. Operator placed items under cool running water.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
May 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 30, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 9, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
High priority/50-08-7/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and chlorine
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Wall behind dish machine no longer constructed of Marlite board. Hole in wall covered with large patch of duct tape.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow spray bottle hung by 3 compartment sink. Operator labeled degreaser.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling tiles show damage or is in disrepair. Dining room
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Case of beef patties in walk in freezer
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Basic/38-04-4/Warning
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall behind dish machine covered with duct tape
Basic/36-30-4/Warning
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch pipe coming from the handwash sink directed into the mop sink. Observed pipe touching the bottom of the mop sink. Operator corrected.
High priority/29-44-4/Corrected On-Site
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels stocked in dispenser but unable to dispense to the left of the mop sink. Operator corrected.
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees without hair restraints handling food.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 5, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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 with chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Operator contacted repair company for service. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing on splitter added to mop sink faucet on side with white and blue hose hanging into mop sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bottle of heavy duty degreaser stored in handwash sink in rear of kitchen to the left of the mop sink. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink to the left of the mop sink. Operator placed paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees without hair restraints handling food.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning

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.