Hungry Howies #156

14219 Walsingham Rd, Largo, FL 337743249

Pizza

Last inspected: Sep 11, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Hungry Howies #156 has five inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 11, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Hungry Howies #156's latest score is in line with the Largo average of 75. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 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. Operator provided three valid certificates out of 5 total mployees

53B-13-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Metal shelves over prep coolers soiled

23-03-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**

14-17-4

Aug 19, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface ( shelf above food prep,table ) soiled with food debris , dust accumulation. Reviewed with manager .

22-02-4

53B-13-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in kitchen along wall . Reviewed with person in charge .

36-73-4

Basic - Food ( bags of flour) stored on floor in storage area . Person in charge relocated bags . **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Reach in cooler gaskets soiled . Reviewed with manager .

23-03-4

Basic - Stored food ( panned dough ) not covered in walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-12-5

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

Feb 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of cleaner on shelf above reach in cooler -manager relocated spray bottle **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. - precooked noodles portioned two days previously , precooked chicken - reviewed with manager

02C-03-5

Basic - Stored food ( panned dough ) not covered in walk in cooler - manager covered pan of dough **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( box of tomatoes and bag of onions ) stored with ready-to-eat food ( bags of precooked pepperoni ) in walk in cooler - reviewed food storage with manager

08B-17-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe under triple sink - reviewed with manager

29-11-4

Dec 6, 2022

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Sent big six packet. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-01-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener in rear of establishment shows accumulation of debris. Operator moved to dish area to be cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on the walk-in cooler door in the kitchen.

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler in kitchen, red onions in plastic pan and bottled water on floor. Operator moved to shelves. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving on the right hand side of walk-in cooler shows accumulation of debris. Fan cover in walk-in cooler shows accumulation of debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk-in cooler show rusting.

14-17-4

Sep 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hungry Howies #156 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hungry Howies #156 on file is from Sep 11, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hungry Howies #156?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hungry Howies #156.

How does Hungry Howies #156 compare to other restaurants in Largo?

Hungry Howies #156 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Largo average of 75.

Has Hungry Howies #156's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hungry Howies #156 have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hungry Howies #156 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 Hungry Howies #156 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hungry Howies #156 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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