Bravo Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
78
Score
Bravo Pizza has been inspected 12 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, which has been cited four times.
Among The Villages restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in front counter area blocked with countertop fryer and bucket. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in beverage station
24-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Bucket in pizza area
21-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Operator added approved chlorine sanitizer recheck 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
78
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Pizza slices. Employee time marked. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in beverage station
24-08-4
82
Jun 6, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
May 22, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm, operator primed machine still 0ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
86
Feb 20, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Male employee filling dish with water in hand sink in pizza make area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Two paint brushes in use with oil at pizza line.
14-14-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In ladies room
32-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water at 110F.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan soiled with dust over air drying dish station.
23-03-4
70
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over produce in walk in cooler. Operator corrected shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple items stored in hand wash sink in pizza prep area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in server area
31B-03-4
70
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. See stop sale. Tomato sauce in dish machine chemical buckets in walk in cooler **Warning**
01B-32-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in prep sink at front counter. **Warning**
12A-03-4
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at front counter. Employee removed items in sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple cloths around kitchen **Warning**
21-12-4
50
Jun 21, 2023
Complaint Full
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam tags not marked with last date served. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-21: **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Emailed form to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-21: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed form to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-21: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed form to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-21: **Time Extended**
03F-10-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-21: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
64
Apr 21, 2023
Complaint Full
8 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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. Emailed form to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at front counter blocked by fryer. Operator moved fryer. Hand wash sink in server area blocked with pan of lemons. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in front counter area. Operator refilled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed form to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed form to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue chemical spray bottle at front counter **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Clam tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in 83F water in prep area. Operator removed utensils to be washed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm in pizza prep area. Operator added bleach 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in beverage station **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open employee water bottle on prep table. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
35
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in cook line area blocked with fryer. Operator moved fryer. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine and quaternary test strips
16-37-1
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Next to pizza oven. Operator moved bucket to be washed and remade. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-38-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in beverage station
24-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's restroom. Emailed sign to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bravo Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bravo Pizza on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bravo Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Bravo Pizza.
How does Bravo Pizza compare to other restaurants in The Villages?
Bravo Pizza most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the The Villages average of 80.
Has Bravo Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bravo Pizza have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bravo Pizza means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Bravo Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bravo Pizza is inspected around four times per year on average.
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