Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025
52
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, the earliest from 2023. Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana was last inspected on Dec 22, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana's latest score of 52 falls below the Delray Beach average of 71. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....prepped salad to serve 47F in flip top salad reach in cooler being held less than 4 hours. Manager voluntarily discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...can opener blade . Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...blocked by dishwashing racks by the ice machine handwashing sink . Employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.... pizza sauce 71F in walk in cooler in a dipper than 4 inches containers with covered . Took another temperature after 15 minutes it was same temperature 71F . Manager ice bath and uncovered food to chill fast . **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash....cleaned drink glass front of handwashing sink by the ice machine. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site**
24-27-4
Basic - In-use utensil multiple pizza slicer used with moist food stored in room temperature at pizza station. Manager removed to cleaned it . **Corrected On-Site**
10-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar .
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses...wet towel by the beer dispenser. Employee removed . **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
52
Aug 2, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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...... On duty Manager Mr. Dee unable to provided employee name who work less than 3 month . **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-02: Not provided **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
90
Aug 1, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. ..part of gloves in cooked chicken See stop sale. Manager discarded food . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-12-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. ..part of gloves in cooked chicken **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....cheese 50F, chicken 49F , broccoli 49F, pizza sauce 51F in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen, food not prepped or portion today, food being held less than 4 hours , food removed to walk in cooler to chill fast . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection...observed at 3:40 pm at walk in cooler cooling chicken 61F with covered and stored container on of another, took another temperature at 4:55pm , temperature 53F . Employee uncovered food and put ice top of it to chill fast **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
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...... On duty Manager Mr. Dee unable to provided employee name who work less than 3 month . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...windex spray bottle, manager labeled . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
43
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.....not provided any kind of test kits or device for hot water sanitizing.
16-62-1
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in room temperature without running water or water 135F or over.
10-03-4
78
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored cup in handwashing sink at kitchen. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
90
Feb 20, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live small flying insects landing on wall at mop sink in ware washing area not in kitchen. Observed 1 live small flying insect landing on wall at end of restroom hallway not in kitchen. Observed 3 live small flying insects hovering and landing at beer tap handles at beverage station **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
86
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...cheese 52° , meatballs 46° on the prep table and clams 48° in flip top reach in cooler stored in double container, food being held less than four hours. Employee removed food to walk in cooler . **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area....approximately 7 small live flying insects landing in garbage can . Employee removed garbage can outside and eliminated the flies. **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-02-6
74
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
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
82
Apr 25, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana.
How does Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Delray Beach average of 71.
Has Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana is inspected around five times per year on average.
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