VILLAGGIO RISTORANTE DE BEPPE
102 FLAGSHIP DR, Lutz FL 33549 · (813)949-0572
Last inspected Jun 10, 2026 · 12 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 live flies in dish area 2 live flies in kitchen.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jun 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on reach in cooler on cook line
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for chlorine in dish machine
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen soiled and grease buildup heavily
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eat at dish wash area, discussed with operator and he discarded the food.
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone on clean dish shelf in kitchen, operator removed it
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler cool interior and shel soiled with food debris in bar area.
Stored food not covered. Ice bin no cover and use ice mixing drinks in bar, operator cover it with a container
Sep 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stored food not covered. Frozen pepperoni and peas inside front line Reach in chest freezer.
Aug 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. When all faucets, toilets, and Dish machine are running inside of establishment, sewage is rapidly overflowing into the side (south) of establishment in parking lot area and running down the length of parking lot area towards trees and grass. Length of sewage running averaged at several hundred feet towards a sewer drain located towards the back (east) of establishment. Potential hazard as sewage cannot be isolated as vehicles and possibly pedestrians will run over sewage. Sewage continues to steadily flow even all faucets, toilets, and Dish machine stopped running at the same time. Plumber stated the main sewage line is clogged. Plumber will attempt to restore temporary flow and will be back in the morning to make permanent repairs to main line in parking lot. Plumber will return between 5:30am-6am on Saturday, 8/30/25 for repairs. Sewage is currently flowing into east end sewer drain.
Stored food not covered. Frozen pepperoni and peas inside front line Reach in chest freezer.
Aug 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. When all faucets, toilets, and Dish machine are running inside of establishment, sewage is rapidly overflowing into the side (south) of establishment in parking lot area and running down the length of parking lot area towards trees and grass. Length of sewage running averaged at several hundred feet towards a sewer drain located towards the back (east) of establishment. Potential hazard as sewage cannot be isolated as vehicles and possibly pedestrians will run over sewage. Sewage continues to steadily flow even all faucets, toilets, and Dish machine stopped running at the same time. Plumber stated the main sewage line is clogged. Plumber will attempt to restore temporary flow and will be back in the morning to make permanent repairs to main line in parking lot. Plumber will return between 5:30am-6am on Saturday, 8/30/25 for repairs. Sewage is currently flowing into east end sewer drain.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Alcohol shaker stored in Employee handwash sink at area #1. Bucket stored inside kitchen Employee handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located at bar area Employee handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located at bar area Employee handwash sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple personal beverages stored on clean prep tables and on shelves over front line Reach in cooler.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Cook on front line drinking from a can of soda.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located at bar area Employee handwash sink.
Stored food not covered. Frozen pepperoni and peas inside front line Reach in chest freezer.
Jan 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Tags were in a plastic to go bag on the wall. Not in order. Discussed with management to keep the tags in order
Jan 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 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. Smaller machine under the belt of the big machine not working properly tested at 0 ppm. Dishes were inside the machine the main dish machine was working.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Marinara sauce in a non food grade 16 gallon bucket. Employee moved sauce to a food grade container
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.raw shrimp over vegetables in main reach in cooler on prep station by server window and stove employee removed raw foods to the front of the cooler
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Tags were in a plastic to go bag on the wall. Not in order. Discussed with management to keep the tags in order
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Clams were sitting in a food grade container without the tag. Observed the tag in a plastic bag with other tags.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in bars three compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in the bar area has soap bottle inside blocking the drain
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna pasta cheese pasta cook noodles multiple items not labeled management said everything was made two days ago
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee eating while preparing food. Server eating candy passing through the kitchen
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop inside the flour. In white bin employee moved above the food
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink in the bar area.
Aug 13, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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.
Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Bar added with a 3 compartment sink and ice machine reach in cooler for scooping that is not on plans from 4-28-06.
Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Missing a room on plans for service dining with a side bar table top with reach in cooler and another reach in cooler and ice machine and 2 prep tables and hand washing sink. Reach in cooler by the exit room to go station area.
Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jun 10, 2024Administrative Complaint Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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.
Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Bar added with a 3 compartment sink and ice machine reach in cooler for scooping that is not on plans from 4-28-06.
Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Missing a room on plans for service dining with a side bar table top with reach in cooler and another reach in cooler and ice machine and 2 prep tables and hand washing sink. Reach in cooler by the exit room to go station area.
Observed - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jun 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 5 live in kitchen 2 live flies in service area for servers. 16live flies in bar area landing on glass bottles and cabinets were Alcohol is stored. 7 live flies resting on fly trap sticky tape under three compartment sink.
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.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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. Bar added with a 3 compartment sink and ice machine reach in cooler for scooping that is not on plans from 4-28-06.
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. Missing a room on plans for service dining with a side bar table top with reach in cooler and another reach in cooler and ice machine and 2 prep tables and hand washing sink. Reach in cooler by the exit room to go station area.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jun 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 5 live in kitchen 2 live flies in service area for servers. 16live flies in bar area landing on glass bottles and cabinets were Alcohol is stored. 7 live flies resting on fly trap sticky tape under three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 47 f reach in cooler
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.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked noodles covered with plastic wrap employee removed.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.speed rack in front of hand washing sink
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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. Bar added with a 3 compartment sink and ice machine reach in cooler for scooping that is not on plans from 4-28-06.
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. Missing a room on plans for service dining with a side bar table top with reach in cooler and another reach in cooler and ice machine and 2 prep tables and hand washing sink. Reach in cooler by the exit room to go station area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook lasagna cook peppers Alfredo mushrooms not dated
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee removed gum. Server eating at service window chewing while making water order.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table. Employee removed.
Food stored on floor. Raw meat in boxes on floor walk in cooler.
Feb 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw shrimp over ready to eat vegetables in make table on cook line by stove employee removed to proper storage
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler cooked noodles lasagna cook rice not dated made 2 days ago.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind stove and kitchen equipment's throughout the kitchen
Feb 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched cell phones and than began grabbing clean utensils no hand washing. Employee washed hands
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 live flies in dish area 2 live flies in kitchen.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw shrimp over ready to eat vegetables in make table on cook line by stove employee removed to proper storage
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Prepping cut lettuce in hand washing sink. At front service line. Bar hand washing sink has stored employee drink inside
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler cooked noodles lasagna cook rice not dated made 2 days ago.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind stove and kitchen equipment's throughout the kitchen
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.