Joseph's Pizza
Last inspected: Nov 14, 2025
41
Score
Joseph's Pizza has been inspected eight times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 14, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near nine violations per visit.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Nokomis restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (47F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line near the fryers. The operator stated the potentially hazardous food has been held for approximately 1 hour. Observed blue cheese crumbles (48F - Cold Holding)stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler at the salad station. The operator stated the potentially hazardous food has been held for approximately 1 hour. The operator emptied half of the contents of the above foods and stored in the lower portion of the cold holding units. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the dishwasher not change gloves after handling soiled dishware then handle clean dishware. Educated the employee on proper glove procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw mahi stored over bagged shredded cheese in the reach in cooler nearest the fryers. Observed raw bacon stored over bread in the reach in cooler nearest the pizza oven. The operator properly stored the above raw foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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/. The certified food manager arrived during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed minestrone soup and meat sauce prepared and stored for more than 24 hours with no date mark.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle used as a scoop for salt in dry storage. The operator removed the bowl from the salt. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a shelf above the expo line. The employee properly stored the cell phone. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of panko bread crumbs stored on the floor in dry storage. Observed a container of minestrone soup stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the above foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on the pizza oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the self-closing device at the rear exit in disrepair.
35B-03-4
41
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed pasta prepared on site date marked 7/1. The pasta was discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground sausage stored over raw calamari in the walk in cooler. The raw foods were properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari stored over plastic containers of sauce in the walk in cooler. The raw calamari was properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed tomatoes in the walk in cooler. The raw eggs were properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the chlorine sanitizer solution for the dishmachine at 0ppm. The operator set up the three compartment sink for ware washing and sanitizing. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a dented #10 can of olives in dry storage. The operator segregated the can for return. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed pasta prepared on site date marked 7/1. The pasta was discarded.
01B-28-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed an employee handle soiled dishware then handle cooked pasta without changing gloves. The pasta was discarded The employee was educated in proper glove protocols. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee handle soiled dishware then handle cooked pasta without changing gloves. The pasta was discarded The employee was educated in proper glove protocols. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the kitchen. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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 - Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the max temperature of the dishmachine hot water at 105F. The operator stopped use of the dishmachine and set up the three compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
16-53-4
Basic - Coffee filters not stored inverted or protected from contamination behind the front counter. The operator properly stored the filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee backpack stored near packaged foods on the dry storage rack. The operator properly stored the backpack. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on the pizza oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the tong handle used for cooked meatballs in the bain marie not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw calamari thawing in standing water in the three compartment sink. The operator moved the calamari to the walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
13
Oct 29, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 10, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over pizza sauce in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the seating license expired 12/1/2023.
50-17-3
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with dough in the walk in cooler.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a food preparation table blocking access to the handwashing sink in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for the handwashing sinks in the kitchen and behind the bar.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed raw chicken and raw veal with no date marks in the reach in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water for the handwashing sink in the kitchen at 73F.
27-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler door gasket soiled with a black slime-like substance.
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in the walk in cooler with food to be served to customers. The operator discarded the beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of food debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black mold like substance on the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cups with no handles used as scoops for flour, basil, and oregano in the kitchen. The operator removed the scoops. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the reach in freezer door handles soiled. Observed the walk in cooler door handle soiled with a build up of food debris.
23-24-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead large roaches behind the bar. The operator discarded the roaches. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed broken eggs shells underneath the pizza oven.
36-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of cheese stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Observed boxes of uncooked pasta stored on the floor in the storage area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of the microwave has an accumulation food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees near the three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
22
Sep 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
45
Jun 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented #10 can of marinara sauce in the dry storage area. Operator segregated the sauce for return. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator set up three compartment sink for proper sanitation. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed rolls stored in non food grade grocery bags in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the tools from the grocery bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker on the slitter at the mop sink. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple items stored inside the hand sink in the kitchen. Operator removed the items from the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for the hand sink in the kitchen. Operator provided the hand sink with paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic ramekins with no handle used as a scoop for flour and sugar. Operator removed the ramekins from the food products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored on a prep table in the front of the kitchen. Operator properly stored the employee items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cup stored on the floor behind the front counter. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed multiple open employee beverages stored in reach in coolers throughout the restaurant. Operator discarded the employee beverages. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soda bottles stored on the floor behind the front counter. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tanks not properly secured behind the bar. **Warning**
51-11-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Joseph's Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Joseph's Pizza on file is from Nov 14, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Joseph's Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Joseph's Pizza.
How does Joseph's Pizza compare to other restaurants in Nokomis?
Joseph's Pizza most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Nokomis average of 74.
Has Joseph's Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Joseph's Pizza have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Joseph's 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 Joseph's Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Joseph's Pizza is inspected around three times per year on average.
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