Demetrio's Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
55
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Demetrio's Pizza, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 9, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 13 violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Sarasota restaurant, which scores around 81. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at pizza station hand sink.
31B-02-4
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 to manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed grease and food debris on floor between cooking equipment on cook line.
36-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed soda boxes on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.Observed open soda in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
12B-13-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking in center of walkin cooler. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights not shielded in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.Observed debris on microwave handle. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed a 2x2'hole behind cook line. Observed cracks in preparation area.
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Hood filter damaged.
14-11-5
55
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-26: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handles for the stand up reach in coolers soiled with a build up of food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-26: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the front service counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-26: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
82
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); butter (54F - Cold Holding) in the server station. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held for over 4 hours. Observed deli turkey (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); deli ham (50F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held overnight. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); butter (54F - Cold Holding) in the server station. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held for over 4 hours. Observed deli turkey (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); deli ham (50F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held overnight. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over shredded mozzarella in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed an employee return to work from outside and handle food contact paper without washing hands. Edith's employee on proper handwashing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed meat sauce (52F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler date marked 9/23. The operator discarded the meat sauce. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-36-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed meat sauce (52F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler date marked 9/23. The operator discarded the meat sauce. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wiping cloths stored in the handwashing sink behind the front service counter making the hand sink inaccessible. The operator removed the wiping cloths stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for the dishmachine. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handles for the stand up reach in coolers soiled with a build up of food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloths used to cover garlic bread in the walk in cooler. **Warning**
21-05-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an opened employee beverage container stored on a food preparation surface behind the front service counter. The operator discarded the beverage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multi foods stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container.Observed a spoon handle used for cheese not stored above the food in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-06-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the front service counter. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Water leaking from the condenser pipe in the walk in cooler. **Warning**
29-11-4
19
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
58
Aug 2, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the quaternary solution for wiping cloths at the pizza station exceeded 500ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed deli turkey (47F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the pizza station. The operator stated the turkey had been held overnight. The operator discarded the turkey. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed deli turkey (47F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the pizza station. The operator stated the turkey had been held overnight. The operator discarded the turkey. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed the person in charge, Charles Heinrich unable to provide proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic potion cup with no handle used as a scoop for garlic powder in the storage area. The operator removed the portion cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handles on the stand-up reach in coolers and the reach in cooler at the pizza station soiled with an accumulation of food debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed an in-use knife stored between a food prep table and the wall near the reach in freezers. The operator properly stored the knife. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-14-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage stored on a food prep table in the prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phones stored above a food prep table and near clean equipment. The employees properly stored the cell phones. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch. The employee removed the watch. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the pizza peel stored on a soiled surface on top of the pizza oven. The operator properly stored the pizza peel. **Corrected On-Site**
10-02-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at the pizza station.
29-49-6
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together behind the front counter. The operator discarded the solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-03-4
23
Feb 21, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
43
Feb 20, 2024
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 21 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a can of WD-40 stored on a shelf above a food prep table near the reach in freezers. The operator properly stored the chemical. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding); butter (58F - Cold Holding) at the wait station. The operator stated the above food items have been held over 4 hours. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with cut lettuce in the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-15-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed meat sauce (55F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler. The operator stated the meat sauce was prepared the day prior. The operator discarded the meat sauce. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine stored on a shelf above a food prep table in the prep area. The operator properly stored the medicine. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the slicer soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Observed the can opener soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at the hand sink in the kitchen. The operator fixed the paper towel machine. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses in the prep area.
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. The operator discarded the solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-03-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in the reach in cooler at the wait station.
05-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Silverware dried with a towel/cloth. The operator rewashed the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
24-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed salt and sugar stored uncovered in the storage area.
08B-12-5
Basic - The rear exit door not protected with self-closing doors.
35B-03-4
Basic - Interior of walk in refrigerator in disrepair/has exposed insulation. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal bowl used as a scoop for meat sauce in the walk in cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean metal pans stored on soiled shelves in the prep area. **Repeat Violation**
24-06-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed an in-use knife stored between a food prep table and the wall in the prep area. The operator removed the knife. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal belongings stored near packaged bread crumbs in the dry storage area near the rear exit.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
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 the scoop handle for cheese in the walk in cooler not stored above the food. The operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-06-5
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
22-08-4
14
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 15 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed cooked sausage prepared on site date marked 1/7. The operator discarded the sausage. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-17-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked sausage prepared on site date marked 1/7. The operator discarded the sausage. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw veal in the stand up reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed cut lettuce stored in a non-food grade container in the walk in cooler.
14-15-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black mold like substance on the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handles soiled with food debris. Observed the stand up reach in coolers soiled with food debris.
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean metal pans stored on soiled shelves in the prep area.
24-06-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed an in-use knife stored between a food prep table and the wall in the prep area. The operator placed the knife in the dish area. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic beverage cups at the front counter wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor in the storage area soiled with debris. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall in the men's restroom. Observed a hole in the wall in the storage area.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop handle used for cheese at the wait station not stored above the cheese. The operator replaced the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Interior of walk in cooler in disrepair/has exposed insulation. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw veal thawing at room temperature. The operator placed the veal on the walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leak at the dishmachine.
29-11-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed the chlorine sanitizer solution at 0ppm. The operator refilled the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
23
Aug 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
33
May 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
30
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked lasagna in walk-in cooler. Operator properly stored the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed tool box contains spray chemical stored next to clean dishes in storage area near bag in box sodas. Operator removed the tool box containing the spray chemical. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer at 200ppm. Operator discarded the solution and refilled sanitizer at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and slicer soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use handwash sink to fill a pot with water. Educated employee sink is for handwashing only. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available for ware washing machine or sanitizer used for wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in walk-in cooler soiled with food debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items not covered in walk-in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed ripped tin foil used as shelf liner in prep area. **Repeat Violation**
14-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf under prep are soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed two microwaves soiled with food debris in prep area. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between wall and table in prep area. Operator removed the knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with debris throughout the kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed broken ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tanks in walk in cooler not secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used as scoop in marinara sauce in the walk in cooler. Operator removed bowl from marinara sauce. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in dish area not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator properly stored mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Demetrio's Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Demetrio's Pizza on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Demetrio's Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Demetrio's Pizza.
How does Demetrio's Pizza compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Demetrio's Pizza most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Demetrio's Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Demetrio's Pizza have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Demetrio's 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 Demetrio's Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Demetrio's Pizza is inspected around three times per year on average.
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