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VALENTINO PIZZERIA TRATTORIA 2

8203 COOPER CREEK BLVD, University Park FL 34201 · 941.359.6400

Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5105549
Grade history
AUG 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at the handwashing sink next to the office.
Intermediate/27-16-4
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2019040935Jun 25, 2019Sep 3, 2019$400

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Aug 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink on the cook line. Operator stocked towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed sausage stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Operator moved product.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee not changing gloves or washing hands, changing tasks and handling ready to eat food. Operator coached employee.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed clam and mussel tags not in chronological order. All are thrown into a bag.
Intermediate/01C-05-4
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food stored on the walk in freezer floor. Operator moved items.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood walls over grill and the hood filters.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted walk in cooler shelves and fan guards.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 3 white rolling containers with food products removed from original packaging and not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Aug 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee not changing gloves or washing hands, changing tasks and handling ready to eat food. Operator coached employee.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Operator removed it to clean.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood walls over grill.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted walk in cooler shelves and fan guards.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed white rolling containers with food products removed from original packaging and not labeled. Operator labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling soiled dish ware and then clean without washing hands.
High priority/12A-13-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowls used for scooping food products removed from original packaging from the white rolling containers.
Basic/14-01-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted walk in cooler shelves and fan guards.
Basic/14-17-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed white rolling containers with food products removed from original packaging and not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener on back prep table.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at the handwashing sink next to the office.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a stainless steel bowl used for scooping ice without a handle from the ice machine in the kitchen.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. Observed hood filters missing for lunch service. Employee replaced them once cleaned.
Basic/14-72-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed the hood ceiling, walls and ansul piping with a heavy grease build up over the range area.
Basic/36-68-5
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the handwashing sink next to the office.
Basic/31B-04-4
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed a propane tank stored inside the back storeroom.
/48-04-4
Apr 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on cutting board on cook line where ready to eat food is prepared.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on equipment handles on cooks line.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over the broiler grill with grease build up.
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed balsamic dressing made with raw eggs and not identified on menu. Operator coached to inform guests. Sign has been posted.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed balsamic dressing made with raw eggs. No consumer advisory on menu. Operator posted sign.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at the bottom of the back door.
Basic/35B-01-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on oven door. Operator moved them to 135 degree water for sanitation.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at bar hand washing sink. Operator posted sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site

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