Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
61
Score
Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 22, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 14 violations each.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded seven times.
Restaurants in Venice average 79, so Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed top section of make tables next to fryers is soiled with food debris and grease buildup along edges and hinges on the inside of lid. Observed cutting board at front counter is soiled. Repeat from last inspection 1-22-25 **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat from last inspection 1-22-25 **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed shelf in walk-in cooler holding cases of raw chicken is broken and no longer 6 inches off ground.
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, and dust on multiple surfaces throughout kitchen. Repeat 1-22-25 **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean squeeze bottles and plastic containers at clean dish rack.
16-48-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at clean dish rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Vents at cooks line soiled with grease and dust. Vents at dishwasher area soiled with dust and mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Walls throughout kitchen soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
61
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Repeat 8-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
11-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards through out kitchen soiled and worn. Observed mold-like-substance on soda gun at bar. Repeat 8-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink in walk-in-cooler by salad station not accessible for employee use at all times, blocked by beer kegs. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 8-19-24 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the 3 compartment sink at bar and dishmachine in kitchen.
16-32-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at pizza station.
31B-02-4
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor at dishwasher area and cooks line has become worn and exposed concrete.
36-11-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper on wall over prep table next to walk-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 8-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf at clean dish rack soiled with grease and dust. Observed equipment at cooks line has excessive dust and grease on it. Repeat 8-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages on shelf at bar over clean equipment.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverages in walk-in-cooler over food. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
12B-13-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observe lids and utensils stored in dirty pans and clean dish rack.
24-06-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat 8-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat 8-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dishwasher is soiled and has accumulated debris and soiled towels. Repeat 8-19-24 **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold-like-substance. On interior of ice machine.
22-20-5
33
Aug 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on prep table by walk-in-cooler next to food. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. Repeat 11-2-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Email operator Big 6 food borne illnesses poster and management responsibilities. DBPR HR Form 5030-165
11-07-5
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 cheese, and sour cream portion cups in walk-in-cooler opened more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, and was not properly date marked. Repeat 11-2-23. Repeat 11-2-23 **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed nozzle soda gun at bar had mold-like-substance. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink at cooks line and walk-in-cooler blocked by items in front of sink and chemical spray bottles in sinks. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at handwashing sink in salad station walk-in-cooler was not working. Operator tightened faucet and returned hot water to working. Repeat 11-2-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
27-16-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat 11-2-23 **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat 11-2-23 **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease and dust. Repeat 11-2-23 **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed shelf and containers at dishwasher area use to store clean dishes are dirty.
24-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of sauce on floor at cooks line and walk-in-cooler. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat 11-2-23 Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device under bar over and next to clean equipment and alcohol bottles.
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed building of dust, flour and grease on equipment at cooks line and prep area. Repeat 11-2-23 **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils at dishwasher area. Repeat11-2-23 **Repeat Violation**
16-48-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat 11-2-23 **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
27
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese 63F and sausage 58F at pizza station. Observed operator close lid on reach-in cooler and recheck temperature 40 minutes later at cheese 41F and sausage 43F **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on counter next to dough mixer. Employee removed chemical spray bottle. Repeat 7-11-23. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage on sauce at cooks line steam table cook stated sausage had been in steam table for 2 hours. Cook reheated sausage on stove to 171F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager is unaware of basic issues pertaining to food safety.
53A-10-4
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 assorted cheeses and cold cuts in Walk-in coolers that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards at cooks line. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in Walk-in cooler by salad station used as dump sink with garbanzo beans in it.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepare chicken, sausage and sauce in Walk-in cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water not working at hand wash sink in Walk-in cooler salad station.
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat 7-11-23
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents over cooks line soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowl used for mixing chicken wings and sauce stored on top shelf at cooks line not covered or protected.
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cooks line. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils throughout kitchen. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in pasta at cooks line reach-in-freezer. Observed operator move scoop **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed surfaces throughout kitchen and prep area with build dust, grease and soil. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. At rack next to dishwasher machine Repeat 7-11-23. **Repeat Violation**
16-48-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At rack by dishwasher machine. Repeat 7-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed foil single service containers at cooks line not inverted or protected.
25-06-4
19
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 cut hams and cheeses opened more then 24 hours as per employee statement not date marked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed not all items still properly date marked **Time Extended**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meatball, cooked sausage, and sauces prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed not all items still properly date marked **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen with buildup of dust. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed ceiling vents still in need of cleaning. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
78
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical sanitizer spray bottles on can rack shelf above food and on prep table by back door. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 15 small flies insects at back chemical and mop sink area. Observed 3 small flying insects by can rack. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed at 3 compartment at bar. **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meatball, cooked sausage, and sauces prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. **Warning**
02C-02-5
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 cut hams and cheeses opened more then 24 hours as per employee statement not date marked. **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards throughout kitchen soiled. Repeat 11-30-22 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop in flour bin at prep table,souffles cups as scoops in butter and spices at cooks line. Observed operator remove no handle scoops. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles at cooks line and pizza station. Rep 11-30-22 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen with buildup of dust. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on prep table by back door. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under and behind equipment throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed operator remove tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed make table lid, stove, and cooks line equipment with build of grease snd food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils at clean pan rack. **Warning**
16-48-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat 11-30-22 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4
25
Nov 30, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
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 sliced cheese and cold cuts prepared more then 24hours prior as per employee statement not properly date mark.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards in kitchen soiled. Repeat 7-11-22 **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meatballs, marinated squid, sauces all made onsite and prepared more then 24hours prior not date marked correctly. Repeat 7-11-22 **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat 7-11-22 **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Repeat 7-11-22 **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on top of dishwasher. Repeat 7-11-22 **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on on reach-in cooler make table at pizza area.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled buildup on equipment at cooks line and prep area.
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean containers and pans at clean dish rack by dishwasher area. Repeat 7-11-22 **Repeat Violation**
16-48-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at clean dish rack by dishwasher area.
16-46-4
50
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles on prep counters throughout kitchen. Observed operator remove chemical spray bottles during inspection to lower shelves and chemical storage areas. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards by fry station soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in Walk-in cooler at salad prep area blocked kegs in front of sink. Observed operator move kegs allowing access to sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meatballs prepared onsite more then 24hours prior as per employee statement not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent. Observed clean dish side drain board of dishwasher with heavy food debris buildup.
16-15-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup used as scoop for cheese in Walk-in cooler salad prep area. Observed operator remove cup from cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at fry station with heavy grooves and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drinks on prep table and work areas throughout kitchen. Observed operator remove drinks during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed lidded plastic containers of sauce of floor in Walk-in cooler. Observed operator place containers on top of crates off floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed food debris stuck on cleaned plastic containers and pans at clean dish rack by dishwasher.
16-48-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall by stove at fry station with accumulation of grease and food debris.
36-27-5
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza.
How does Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza compare to other restaurants in Venice?
Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 79.
Has Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza have averaged around 14 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza 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 Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.
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