Bobarino's Pizzeria

20 Magnolia Ave, Englewood, FL 34223
Chinese
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
55
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Bobarino's Pizzeria, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 23, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “ready-to-eat”, which has been cited three times.

That's lower than the typical Englewood restaurant, which scores around 78. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles on push cart next to single service storage service container lids and on shelf next walk-in cooler above food items. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on push cart and shelf next walk-in cooler.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed lasagna cake, tiramisu, cheeses and cold cuts in walk-in cooler, employee stated the commercial items listed above had been opened more than 24 hours prior, then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna and cream cake in walk-in cooler Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior , and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
12B-13-4
55
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Dec 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
11-05-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed bags cannoli cream and milk that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna in reach-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 4-5-23 **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled by 3 compartment sink.
41-17-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed cart with equipment on next to hand wash sink under soap dispenser.
24-27-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eat plate of food at food prep counter in kitchen.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
58
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over sauce, cheese and lasagna in Walk-in cooler. Observed operator move chicken for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna made onsite more then 24hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 1-17-23 **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling over can rack.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup of dust on ceiling by vent next to can rack.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven in kitchen. Observed employee remove tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
67
Jan 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
61
Jul 14, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bobarino's Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bobarino's Pizzeria on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bobarino's Pizzeria?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bobarino's Pizzeria.

How does Bobarino's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Englewood?

Bobarino's Pizzeria most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Englewood average of 78.

Has Bobarino's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bobarino's Pizzeria have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Bobarino's 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 Bobarino's Pizzeria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bobarino's Pizzeria is inspected around two times per year on average.