Grimaldi's Pizzeria

253 Westshore Plaza Ste B1, Tampa, FL 33609

Italian

Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Grimaldi's Pizzeria appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 13, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Grimaldi's Pizzeria is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 13, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed large clear plastic container stored on hand wash sink at time of inspection. Operator moved container during inspection .

31A-11-4

Aug 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection

22-02-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored over single service togo pans in kitchen. Operator disposed of drinks. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Aug 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen stained at time of inspection **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen grooved at time of inspection

14-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in coolers soiled at time of inspection

23-03-4

Jan 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two dented cans of tomatoes on shelves during inspection. Operator removed cans. **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-01-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in prep room stained.

22-02-4

Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Observed two dented cans of tomatoes during inspection. Operator removed cans. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-20-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on shelves in walk in cooler

23-03-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink in reach in cooler during inspection. Employee removed drink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

12B-13-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator moved mop to allow it to dry during inspection **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Aug 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Feb 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Meatballs 46 chicken 47 , products iced. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. By coffee **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards, mixer head

22-02-4

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 copy to management

11-26-1

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Sep 19, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grimaldi's Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Grimaldi's Pizzeria on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Grimaldi's Pizzeria?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Grimaldi's Pizzeria.

How does Grimaldi's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Grimaldi's Pizzeria most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Grimaldi's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Grimaldi's Pizzeria have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Grimaldi's Pizzeria 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 Grimaldi's Pizzeria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Grimaldi's Pizzeria is inspected around two times per year on average.

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