DEMETRIO'S PIZZA
4410 S TAMIAMI TRL
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.1/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 12/5/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
8
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Repeat Violation
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handles on the 3-door cooler in the kitchen soiled with a buildup of food residue. Repeat Violation
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured in the walk in cooler.
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch. Repeat Violation
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Repeat Violation
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. Repeat Violation
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding) in the server salad station cooler. The potentially hazardous foods have been out for approximately 2 hours The operator placed the foods in time as public health control. Corrected On-Site
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/5/2024 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 8/2/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
4
Basic
12
Total
19
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Repeat Violation
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic potion cup with no handle used as a scoop for garlic powder in the storage area. The operator removed the portion cup. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handles on the stand-up reach in coolers and the reach in cooler at the pizza station soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Repeat Violation
- 24-14-4:Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed an in-use knife stored between a food prep table and the wall near the reach in freezers. The operator properly stored the knife. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage stored on a food prep table in the prep area. 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. Observed employee cell phones stored above a food prep table and near clean equipment. The employees properly stored the cell phones. Corrected On-Site
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch. The employee removed the watch. Corrected On-Site
- 10-02-4:Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the pizza peel stored on a soiled surface on top of the pizza oven. The operator properly stored the pizza peel. Corrected On-Site
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the dumpster lid. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at the pizza station.
- 21-03-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together behind the front counter. The operator discarded the solution. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed deli turkey (47F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the pizza station. The operator stated the turkey had been held overnight. The operator discarded the turkey. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed deli turkey (47F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the pizza station. The operator stated the turkey had been held overnight. The operator discarded the turkey. Corrected On-Site
- 41-27-4:High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the quaternary solution for wiping cloths at the pizza station exceeded 500ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed the person in charge, Charles Heinrich unable to provide proof of food manager certification.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit available.
- 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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/2/2024 revealed 19 total violations (3 high priority, 4 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 2/21/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
12
Total
14
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 16-21-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 23-24-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 24-06-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean metal pans stored on soiled shelves in the prep area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 24-14-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed an in-use knife stored between a food prep table and the wall in the prep area. The operator removed the knife. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 14-36-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of walk in refrigerator in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in the reach in cooler at the wait station. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed salt and sugar stored uncovered in the storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 35B-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - The rear exit door not protected with self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 21-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses in the prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 14-15-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with cut lettuce in the walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the slicer soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Observed the can opener soiled with an accumulation of food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/21/2024 revealed 14 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 2/20/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
2
Basic
21
Total
28
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Repeat Violation
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal bowl used as a scoop for meat sauce in the walk in cooler.
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 24-06-4:Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean metal pans stored on soiled shelves in the prep area. Repeat Violation
- 24-14-4:Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed an in-use knife stored between a food prep table and the wall in the prep area. The operator removed the knife. 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. Observed employee personal belongings stored near packaged bread crumbs in the dry storage area near the rear exit.
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment throughout the kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. Corrected On-Site
- 10-06-5:Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop handle for cheese in the walk in cooler not stored above the food. The operator removed the scoop. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
- 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of walk in refrigerator in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Repeat Violation
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in the reach in cooler at the wait station.
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 24-17-4:Basic - Silverware dried with a towel/cloth. The operator rewashed the utensils. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed salt and sugar stored uncovered in the storage area.
- 35B-03-4:Basic - The rear exit door not protected with self-closing doors.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses in the prep area.
- 21-03-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. The operator discarded the solution. Corrected On-Site
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine stored on a shelf above a food prep table in the prep area. The operator properly stored the medicine. Corrected On-Site
- 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. Observed meat sauce (55F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler. The operator stated the meat sauce was prepared the day prior. The operator discarded the meat sauce. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with cut lettuce in the walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding); butter (58F - Cold Holding) at the wait station. The operator stated the above food items have been held over 4 hours. The operator discarded the above foods. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a can of WD-40 stored on a shelf above a food prep table near the reach in freezers. The operator properly stored the chemical. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the slicer soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Observed the can opener soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at the hand sink in the kitchen. The operator fixed the paper towel machine. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/20/2024 revealed 28 total violations (5 high priority, 2 intermediate, 21 basic).
Inspection on 1/17/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
1
Basic
15
Total
20
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. Observed a black mold like substance on the interior of the ice machine.
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handles soiled with food debris. Observed the stand up reach in coolers soiled with food debris.
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in the walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 24-06-4:Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean metal pans stored on soiled shelves in the prep area.
- 24-14-4:Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed an in-use knife stored between a food prep table and the wall in the prep area. The operator placed the knife in the dish area. Corrected On-Site
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic beverage cups at the front counter wet nesting.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor in the storage area soiled with debris. Repeat Violation
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall in the men's restroom. Observed a hole in the wall in the storage area.
- 10-06-5:Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop handle used for cheese at the wait station not stored above the cheese. The operator replaced the scoop. Corrected On-Site
- 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of walk in cooler in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Repeat Violation
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. Corrected On-Site
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw veal thawing at room temperature. The operator placed the veal on the walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leak at the dishmachine.
- 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed the chlorine sanitizer solution at 0ppm. The operator refilled the solution to 100ppm. Corrected On-Site
- 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed cut lettuce stored in a non-food grade container in the walk in cooler.
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw veal in the stand up reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw chicken. Corrected On-Site
- 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked sausage prepared on site date marked 1/7. The operator discarded the sausage. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-17-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed cooked sausage prepared on site date marked 1/7. The operator discarded the sausage. Corrected On-Site
- 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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/17/2024 revealed 20 total violations (4 high priority, 1 intermediate, 15 basic).
Inspection on 8/31/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
15
Total
18
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowls with no handles used as scoop in multiple food products in the kitchen. The operator removed the scoops. Corrected On-Site
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in the walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the displayed license expired 12/1/2022. Repeat Violation
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches throughout the kitchen. The operator cleaned up the dead roaches. Corrected On-Site
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage stored on a shelf above a food prep table on the cook line. Observed an employee beverage stored on a shelf with clean dishes in the dish area. The operator properly stored the employee beverages.. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee backpacks stored on a shelf above the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator removed the backpacks. Corrected On-Site
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a wristwatch. The employee removed the watch. Corrected On-Site
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water underneath storage racks in the storage area.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with food debris underneath prep tables in the kitchen.
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop stored on a soiled baking pan at the ice machine. The operator removed the ice scoop for sanitization. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between the wall and a prep table in the prep area. The operator removed the knife for sanitization. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
- 14-36-5:Basic - Interior door of the walk in cooler in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Repeat Violation
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in the dish area and the cook line.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the area surrounding the soda nozzles soiled with a mold like substance.
- 14-20-4:Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover underneath the steam table. Repeat Violation
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese cold holding at 51F at the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the cheese has been held for less than 2 hours. The operator was emailed a form for Time as Public Health Control. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with food debris. Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the front counter. The operator labeled the spray bottle. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/31/2023 revealed 18 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 15 basic).