Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
37
Score
Inspectors have visited Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza 12 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 12, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around 12 violations lately and about 14 violations before that.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.
That's lower than the typical Oviedo restaurant, which scores around 63. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
16
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -hand wash sink on cook line used to dispose of food **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle with blue substance at server station - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -all coolers **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -ceiling in main pizza station area at front counter - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -in kitchen **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. -mop sink - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
29-18-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -seals torn on multiple reach in coolers -ice machine leaking water **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear door **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under standing arch in cooler next to pizza oven -under and behind pizza cooler - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall right side of pizza cooler - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -around walk in freezer door - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -seals on all coolers soiled **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. -rear door - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
35B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -interior of cook line cooler **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -hot water line on dish machine - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
37
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
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
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
22
Sep 5, 2025
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Aug 27, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of cleaner stored next to tea urns in service area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. - bulk ham in walk-in cooler
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - cutting boards on line - microwave on cooks line - interior of fryers and baskets - mixer head - soda gun at front bar **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - hand sink next to pizza station used as dump sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. - hand sink on cooks line.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - all handles on all equipment throughout the entire establishment..
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - ceiling in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - gaskets on true reach in cooler on cooks line - walk-in door gasket
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - all floors throughout and under all equipment. - walk-in cooler - walk-in freezer **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. - dough in walk-in cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave on cooks line -Blodgett oven on cooks line
22-08-4
Basic - Light not functioning. - light in hoods system **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of pizza station -exterior of all equipment in kitchen areas. -speed rack on cooks line. -hood filters -exterior of ice machine. -exterior of mixer. - walk-in cooler shelving
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -all reach in coolers on cooks line **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. - walls throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
29
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Bottom of make table ; ham (47F - Cold Holding); Italian spicy sausage (52F - Cold Holding) Operator stated that the last time check the cooler was less than 4 hours ago and he discarded it .
03A-02-5
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. No time mark at the pizza sliced . No time mark at the cheese and sauce at the cook line . operator stated that the food out since 12 pm .
03F-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At the wrong spot not at the water side .
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. At the employee hand sink the one next to the prep sink .
31B-06-4
Basic - wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. A lot in use in multiple place at the kitchen.
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Back of the house pasta table and the prep table in front of microwave.
14-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Under the 3 compartment sink .
29-18-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. multiple area back of the house.
36-17-5
Basic - Light not functioning. 2 light out by the hoods .
36-62-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout kitchen equipment .
22-16-4
35
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
39
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - cook line cutting boards
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - pizza cooler
23-24-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - bar area, around floor drain - floors below ice tea maker
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - storage area
36-17-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. - Italian Dressing in grab and go cooler missing address of where packaged and date of packaging
02D-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - pizza cooler
22-16-4
Basic - Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - storage rack
14-17-4
64
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. - liquor cage shelves rusted **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-26: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. - in office **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-26: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
86
Aug 1, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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. - provided to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - gasket pizza cooler - gasket of walk in **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
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. - pizza by the sliced, pizza sauce **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. - liquor cage shelves rusted **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. - in office **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below dish machine - under cooking equipment throughout kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: Greatly improved **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood baffle - bottom of pizza reach in cooler - exterior of dough machine - exterior of bulk sugar and salt bins - exterior walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - pizza cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
47
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. - in bar area. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-24-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - chicken over cooked mussels in walk in freezer **Warning**
08A-05-6
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. - provided to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - gasket pizza cooler - gasket of walk in **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. - on cook line not operational **Warning**
31A-04-4
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. - provided 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. - pizza by the sliced, pizza sauce **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. - liquor cage shelves rusted **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - in server station **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - pizza cooler - salad cooler **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. - in office **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - both on cook line **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below dish machine - under cooking equipment throughout kitchen **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food storage container cracked or broken. - dough pans. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. - in bulk sugar and salt **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood baffle - bottom of pizza reach in cooler - exterior of dough machine - exterior of bulk sugar and salt bins - exterior walk in cooler **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - pizza cooler **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. - pizza cooler **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on dish racks. **Warning**
16-15-4
20
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb located outside back door.
29-34-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook left line and returned.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Dish person left and returned.
12A-16-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 3 Spray bottle of cleaner hanging on bag n box rack
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.
09-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head Electric slicer Cutting boards on cooks line. Can opener
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks located next to bag n box rack.
51-11-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Spatula stored in between pizza ovens.
24-14-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk-in Freezer door hinges
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Backdoor open.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing grout throughout the entire kitchen area
36-17-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored directly on top of ice machine.
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine.
23-03-4
25
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Advill, cough drops stored on pizza make line. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Admin Complaint**
41-07-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head Electric slicer White cutting board on cooks line. Hood filters Exterior of ovens. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: 7 employees currently working at the time of call back inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Admin Complaint**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks located next to bag n box rack - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. the entire kitchen ceiling and vents. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing grout throughout the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. 2 light fixtures in kitchen area - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine. Floors under all cooking equipment on cooks line. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
47
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza.
How does Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza compare to other restaurants in Oviedo?
Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Oviedo average of 63.
Has Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza have averaged around 12 violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza 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 Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Giovanni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria/Black Box Pizza is inspected around three times per year on average.
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