ZARRELLA'S ITALIAN & WOOD FIRED PIZZA
8801 ASTRONAUT BLVD #103
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 10 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/24/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/24/2025 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 2/21/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 35A-02-7:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 3 in kitchen near office and soda bibs. 32 at rear bar Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: Observed 12 live flying insects at callback. Migrated from rear bar and kitchen to storage area to the right of pizza oven and on shelves for wine display near entrance Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/21/2025 revealed 1 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 2/20/2025
High Priority
4
Intermediate
4
Basic
7
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-45-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Lower shelf of prep table next to office
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf above steam well. Operator discarded Corrected On-Site
- 40-06-5:Basic - 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 Corrected On-Site
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By dessert reach in cooler, inn grout lines throughout kitchen, at rear bar
- 14-38-4:Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid for flour bin is cracked.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil, Parmesan, and rice stored on the floor in storage closets
- 10-01-5:Basic - 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 Corrected On-Site
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - 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
- 35A-02-7:High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 3 in kitchen near office and soda bibs. 32 at rear bar Admin Complaint
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - 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 Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - 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 **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
- 01C-05-4:Intermediate - 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
- 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Multiple tags missing dates
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - 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
- 53B-10-4:Intermediate - 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 Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/20/2025 revealed 15 total violations (4 high priority, 4 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 8/19/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/19/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 8/12/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
3
Basic
4
Total
10
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - 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 Repeat Violation
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 4oz Togo cup used as scoop in pancetta Corrected On-Site
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bags of flour and cooking oil stored on the floor in closets
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of cups, Togo boxes and pizza boxes stored on the floor in closets Repeat Violation
- 03D-02-5:High Priority - 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 Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - 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)
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - 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 Repeat Violation Warning
- 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - 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 Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - 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 Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/12/2024 revealed 10 total violations (3 high priority, 3 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 1/17/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
6
Total
10
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - 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 Repeat Violation
- 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In walk in cooler. Operator discarded Corrected On-Site
- 10-07-4:Basic - 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 Corrected On-Site
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in rear storage closets Repeat Violation
- 14-17-4:Basic - 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
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting board at salad station. Operator moved Corrected On-Site
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - 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)
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - 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)
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - 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 Corrected On-Site
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - 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
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/17/2024 revealed 10 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 9/20/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/20/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 9/15/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
5
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - 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 Repeat Violation
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic Water bottles and oil jugs stored on the floor in rear storage closet Repeat Violation
- 35B-02-4:Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Operator moved Corrected On-Site
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in rear storage closet Repeat Violation
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - 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 Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/15/2023 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 7/26/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Removed triple sinks in front line and rear bar. Added dish machine in rear bar Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-26: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/26/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 7/21/2023
High Priority
6
Intermediate
4
Basic
10
Total
20
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - 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 Repeat Violation
- 14-45-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Throughout kitchen
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach in cooler across from pizza oven and on walk in cooler door
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In server area and dish washing area.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Soda bibs and plastic bottle bbq sauce in rear storage closet
- 10-07-4:Basic - 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 Corrected On-Site
- 23-03-4:Basic - 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
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in rear storage closets Repeat Violation
- 14-06-4:Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Rear storage closet shelves Repeat Violation
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Over food prep table. Operator moved Corrected On-Site
- 22-41-4:High Priority - 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 Corrected On-Site
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - 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 Warning
- 22-43-4:High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. Operator diluted 200ppm Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - 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). Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - 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 Warning
- 53A-04-6:Intermediate - 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
- 53A-08-4:Intermediate - No list of certified food service managers available at the establishment.
- 51-16-7: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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Removed triple sinks in front line and rear bar. Added dish machine in rear bar Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/21/2023 revealed 20 total violations (6 high priority, 4 intermediate, 10 basic).