4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
61
Score
Inspectors have visited 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant eight times, with records going back to 2022. On Jan 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near eight violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
The city-wide average sits at 70, which 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant's 61 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (59F - Cold Holding) next to steam table at kitchen area, as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator add ice cubes to cool down temperature. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Coached employee on proper procedures.
12A-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bowl inside hand wash sink at kitchen area, employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on top of cutting board at kitchen area, employee moved cutting board to dishwashing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
40-06-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter by shakes station.
21-12-4
61
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200ppm); operator discarded and replaced with a new solution. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (63F - Cold Holding) at kitchen area, as per operator less than 1 hour, operator add ice to rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 beer bottles inside ice machine at front counter. Operator removed beer bottles and discarded ice during inspection.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed 3 beer bottles inside ice machine at front counter. Operator removed beer bottles and discarded ice during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-56-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils inside hand wash sink at front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed thawed cooked ground beef not time tracked, coached operator on proper procedures.
02C-04-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on salt container at kitchen area, operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter by shake area.
21-12-4
41
Jan 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork and cooked ground beef dated on 01/02 inside walk in cooler. Employee segregated food to be discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked meat balls (137F - Reheating) being reheated. meat balls (166F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03E-08-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked pork and cooked ground beef dated on 01/02 inside walk in cooler. Employee segregated food to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork container not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per employee from 2 days ago. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooked pasta container being stored on walk in cooler floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on both bathrooms. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed on cubed ham and shredded cheese containers at pizza assembly station. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
45
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
52
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed 25 flans at beverage cooler at front counter. Operator removed the flans. **Corrected On-Site**
01A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (47F - Cold Holding) next to steam table as per operator 2 hrs. Also cheese cream (45F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to steam table as per operator 2 hrs Operator put ice for rapid cooling cooked pasta (41F - Cold Holding). Also put the cheese cream inside freezer for rapid cooling an last reading cheese cream(42F - Cold Holding) **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not date marked at reach in cooler across prep station, as per operator for more than 24 hrs. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom doors not self close completely at mens and ladies room.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty throughout dining room and kitchen hallway.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink stored on preparation table, employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with dust over prep station.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt in a plastic container not properly labeled under prep station across reach in cooler.
02D-01-5
52
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer solution at < 10 ppm at three compartment sink. Operator started to change the solution. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-42-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one spaghetti sauce can dented. Operator segregated the can. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cheese (49 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per manager for less than two hours. Manager moved the cheese to another reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef at walk in cooler not date marked. As per manager for yesterday. Manager date marked the product. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed utensil handle touching the cheese. And utensil handle touching the cooked ground beef at combo reach in cooler. Handles were moved. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Food stored under dripping water line. Observed lobster stored under dripping water from the refrigeration system at walk in freezer. Operator relocated the lobster. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-52-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee with no hair restraint at preparation area.
13-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed a carbon dioxide tank next to preparation table in front of walk in cooler.
51-11-4
47
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant.
How does 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 4jjjj Pizzeria Ice Cream & Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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