Big Bang Pizzeria
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
64
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Big Bang Pizzeria stretching back to 2022. Big Bang Pizzeria was last inspected on Jan 26, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
Looking across the full record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That's lower than the typical North Lauderdale restaurant, which scores around 76. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
64
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed avocados stored with raw shell eggs in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed white American date marked 3/21 in reach in cooler. See stop sale. **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed white American date marked 3/21 in reach in cooler. **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler next to back exit and reach in cooler, wings (44-45F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler next to back exit and reach in cooler, wings (44-45F - Cold Holding). Per operator, item was not prepared or portioned today. Item has been out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed parsley stored next to ready to eat hot dogs in reach in cooler in kitchen. Manager removed and washed avocados. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4
41
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 31, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
78
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In Atosa reach in cooler, container of raw shell eggs above containers of alfredo sauce and pizza sauce. Employee moved eggs to bottom of cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
86
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Food received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed 16 cupcake on front counter, made in a unlicensed kitchen. See stop sale.
01A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp, raw beef patties over french fries in reach in freezer in kitchen next to 3 compartment sink. Reviewed proper separation according to minimum cooking temperature.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Food received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed 16 cupcake on front counter, made in a unlicensed kitchen. See stop sale.
01B-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic butter (73°F-Cold Holding) on counter top in kitchen across from fry station, was prepared less than 4 hours ago. Food was not portioned or prepared today. Operator placed on ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried chicken (123°F-Hot Holding) in fryer basket in kitchen. Chicken was prepared less than 4 hours ago. Operator reheated chicken. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of deli meats and cheeses, per operator foods were portioned more than 48 hours ago. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on shelf with clean serving dishes. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees with no hair restraints. Employees put on hats. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in kitchen on prep table next to flip top.
21-04-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink in kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed on dish shelve above clean dishes. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping clothes on prep table not being stored in solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed cheesecake, Oreo cheesecake and cannolis in reach in cooler in dining area without minimum labeling. Reviewed minimum labeling with operator.
02D-03-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board in kitchen on prep table across from pizza oven.
14-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Big Bang Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Big Bang Pizzeria on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Big Bang Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Big Bang Pizzeria.
How does Big Bang Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in North Lauderdale?
Big Bang Pizzeria most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the North Lauderdale average of 76.
Has Big Bang Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Big Bang Pizzeria have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Big Bang Pizzeria 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 Big Bang Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Big Bang Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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