ZARRELLA'S ITALIAN & WOOD FIRED PIZZA
8801 ASTRONAUT BLVD #103, Cape Canaveral FL 32920 · 321-613-3008
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 3 in kitchen near office and soda bibs. 32 at rear bar
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025027427 | Feb 21, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed employee on cook line wash hands then dry on wet soiled wiping clothes. Coached operator on proper hand washing procedures.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw salmon at prep sink by walk in cooler completely thawed in package. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Fresh crushed garlic date marked 8/14 stored in make table by pizza oven
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bucket sitting on prep table by steam well and open containers of spices
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On wrong side of splitter
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda Gun holster at bar area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On hand sink by pizza make table and on hand sink in bar area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bar area
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Wiping clothes used to cover clams and mussels with some shells open
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. Raw salmon at prep sink by walk in cooler completely thawed in package
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dry rack by dish machine area
Food stored on floor. Multiple plastic containers of food items stored on walk in cooler floor
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On hand sink by pizza make table and hand sink in bar area
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes of To go containers stored on the floor rear closets in bar area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour on prep area and on front area. Operator labeled
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On shelf over plates for service. Over case of paper towels in closet
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Operator organized chronologically
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. No tags in lowboy drawer with product
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding mixing arm of espresso machine is soiled. Operator cleaned
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink. Large chunks of chicken in well
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Over make line, in reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler
Food stored on floor Multiple cases of food items stored on the floor in rear closets and behind front deserts counter
No hot running water at mop sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo containers on countertop in desert area. Pizza boxes in closet
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Lower holding area of salad reach-in cooler
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink between pizza and salad make lines
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Rear bar
Oct 7, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw veal stored above canned crab in walk in cooler. Operator moved
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In front display reach in cooler cheesecake (52F - Cold Holding); tiramisu (52F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles at soda machine is soiled. Table mounted can opener is soiled
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean glasses stored in dirty storage racks
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee meal being eaten in prep table
Food stored on floor. Risotto stored on the floor in rear dry storage closets.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In pan next to stovetop 91°F. Operator moved over a burner
Feb 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 21, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 3 in kitchen near office and soda bibs. 32 at rear bar
Feb 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. Dish washer handled soiled dishes and then began to put away clean dishes without washing hands
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 3 in kitchen near office and soda bibs. 32 at rear bar
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored above shell stock. Operator moved
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler to the left of cook line mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding) stocked over fill line of unit. Operator moved
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Tags for January and February are not in chronological order
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Multiple tags missing dates
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Server using hand wash sink next to dish machine at rear bar as dump sink. Ice and straws in well
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. All certificates are missing trainers certificate number and expiration dates. Operator updated
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Lower shelf of prep table next to office
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf above steam well. Operator discarded
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. High heels laying on open sleeve of 4oz plastic soufflé cups. Operator moved
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By dessert reach in cooler, inn grout lines throughout kitchen, at rear bar
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid for flour bin is cracked.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil, Parmesan, and rice stored on the floor in storage closets
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle for scoop in flour is in the flour. Operator removed
Aug 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler marinara (49F - Cooling). 22quarts placed in walk in cooler the day prior. SEE STOPSALE
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler marinara (49F - Cooling). 22quarts placed in walk in cooler the day prior In flip top of reach in cooler mozzarella (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); egg yolk (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (51F - Cold Holding); butter (51F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (51F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler mozzarella (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); egg yolk (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (51F - Cold Holding); butter (51F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (51F - Cold Holding) SEE STOP SALE
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager showed up during inspection
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Multiple employees
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 4oz Togo cup used as scoop in pancetta
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bags of flour and cooking oil stored on the floor in closets
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of cups, Togo boxes and pizza boxes stored on the floor in closets
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In dessert reach in cooler near front entrance canoli cream (77F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In dessert reach in cooler near front entrance canoli cream (77F - Cold Holding)
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager showed up during inspection
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Multiple food handlers certificates expired 1/8/24
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In walk in cooler. Operator discarded
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On make line near steamwell. Utensils in standing water at 77°F. Operator discarded water
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in rear storage closets
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler and in dish area are rusted and chipping
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting board at salad station. Operator moved
Sep 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw beef over raw shrimp. And calamari over cooked bacon. Operator r moved
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Food stored on floor. Plastic Water bottles and oil jugs stored on the floor in rear storage closet
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Operator moved
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in rear storage closet
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 26, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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/. Removed triple sinks in front line and rear bar. Added dish machine in rear bar
Jul 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Over food prep table. Operator moved
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. 10ppm. Operator primed and ran again 100ppm
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 12 live flying insects in kitchen areas Observed 4 live flying insects in mop sink area Observed 4 live flying insects in prep area
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. Operator diluted 200ppm
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of main reach in cooler on cook line nearest server station cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); ricotta (56F - Cold Holding); marinara (51F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (48F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steamwell lemon butter (108F - Hot Holding); pizza sauce (110F - Hot Holding); Thai chili sauce (113F - Hot Holding). Operator stated that it was heated at 9am then placed in well. Well not on
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jojo has been employed for 7 months and does not have certificate
No list of certified food service managers available at the establishment.
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/. Removed triple sinks in front line and rear bar. Added dish machine in rear bar
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. For dish washer
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Throughout kitchen
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach in cooler across from pizza oven and on walk in cooler door
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In server area and dish washing area.
Food stored on floor. Soda bibs and plastic bottle bbq sauce in rear storage closet
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water at 80°F. Operator discarded and placed in pan on cook line at 147°F
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf over make line is soiled. Hoods and surrounding surfaces over fryers are soiled. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in rear storage closets
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Rear storage closet shelves
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.