Hungry Howies Pizza #149

1144 Nw 6 St, Winter Haven, FL 338814021

Pizza

Last inspected: Dec 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Hungry Howies Pizza #149 has six inspections in the public record. On Dec 9, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 89, putting Hungry Howies Pizza #149 squarely in typical territory. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 9, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.

31B-04-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at pizza flip top unit.

21-12-4

Sep 9, 2024

Complaint Partial

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Employee hats and aprons on shelves with condiments and delivery bags.

21-14-4

Aug 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food removed from cooler on cook line. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Dec 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Aug 24, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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. Emailed a copy. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

11-27-4

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

11-26-1

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**

33-16-4

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. Dishwasher area.. **Warning**

29-20-5

Jul 19, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle if window cleanser stored next to pizza pans on the prep table across from the dough mixer. Spray bottle was removed. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. February 1,2022 **Admin Complaint**

50-17-2

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**

33-16-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hungry Howies Pizza #149 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hungry Howies Pizza #149 on file is from Dec 9, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hungry Howies Pizza #149?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hungry Howies Pizza #149.

How does Hungry Howies Pizza #149 compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Hungry Howies Pizza #149 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Winter Haven average of 89.

Has Hungry Howies Pizza #149's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hungry Howies Pizza #149 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hungry Howies Pizza #149 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 Pizza #149 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hungry Howies Pizza #149 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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