La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
58
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near 11 violations per visit.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria's 58 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
58
May 27, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pizza reach-in cooler: pizza sauce 46F, cooked onions 52F, cooked mushrooms 48F, shredded mozzarella 52F, cooked peppers 52F, operators placed foods on ice baths and moved to walk-in cooler to rapidly cool, rechecked 30 minutes later: Pizza sauce 35F, cooked onions 37F, cooked mushrooms 43F, shredded mozzarella cheese 41F, cooked peppers 40F **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -yellow plastic splitter on hose bibb on rear of building
29-34-4
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. -walk-in cooler ambient air thermometer reading 50-53F, operating discarded **Corrective Action Taken**
05-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -white cutting board on top of reach-in cooler stained
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in men's bathroom, operating restocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. -lower portion of pizza reach-in cooler, moved towards front **Corrected On-Site**
05-11-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath cooking equipment has an accumulation of grease and food debris
36-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sink in women's bathroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside, lower portion of pizza reach-in cooler and door gaskets have an accumulation of grease and food debris
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lids.
33-16-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -kitchen door -exit door off of dining room
35B-03-4
Basic - Slow draining water in handwash sink next to pizza oven
29-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall to right of fryers has an accumulation of grease and food debris
36-27-5
37
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -splitter on hose bibb in rear of building **Warning**
29-34-4
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. -in use dishwasher, tested 0ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
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. -pre-cooked meatballs in lower portion of reach-in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener blade soiled -white cutting board on reach-in cooler stained -inside of reach-in freezer in storage area soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked sausage in lower portion of reach-in cooler **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -purple solution spray bottle hanging off host station lacking label, operator labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's bathroom **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor behind grease trap **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -tops and sides of fryers -exterior of black microwave -top of stove has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. -spoons, operator inverted **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. -ham in white chest freezer **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above and behind stove/fryers **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-38-4
27
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
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
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
37
Apr 18, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -at rear of kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -on dish rack. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -salad reach in cooler out of order. Operator states that repair is scheduled.
14-11-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -on dish rack **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -in walk in cooler
14-05-4
64
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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 to operator **Warning**
11-27-4
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/ -both certified food managers' certifications expired 12/23. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -two tanks for soda machine in kitchen **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -Cambro containers on dish rack **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. -2 boxes oil jugs **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -emailed to operator **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -table top under soda dispenser in kitchen soiled -floor fan soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -full steam pans on floor **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -black spoons near salad cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-02-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -pipe near soda machine in kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-11-4
45
Oct 9, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -walk in freezer not operating **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-09: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -side door in restaurant opening to outside **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-09: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under equipment in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-09: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -men's and women's bathroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-09: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters are soiled -vent area of reach in cooler -dish machine and racks **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-09: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -pipe near soda dispenser in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-09: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
74
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -mozzarella cheese 48F, meatballs 47F, heavy cream 48F. Moved to reach in freezer and cooler by operator. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -nozzles on soda dispenser in kitchen -can opener -cutting board on salad reach in cooler **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -walk in freezer not operating **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -side door in restaurant opening to outside **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under equipment in kitchen **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. -water on top of plastic lid in walk in cooler. Container is directly under the cooling unit. **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -men's and women's bathroom **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters are soiled -vent area of reach in cooler -dish machine and racks **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -pipe near soda dispenser in kitchen **Warning**
29-11-4
47
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Deli meats. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: **Time Extended**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained. Make line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Side door, dining room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dishwasher racks soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
70
Aug 11, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Sausage 48f, item made on 08/10/2022.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale.
01B-36-5
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
22-12-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage 47f, item moved to freezer.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained. Make line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Filling up sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bowls, dish wash area. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door in dry storage.
35B-01-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
30
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria.
How does La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.
Has La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Famiglia Italiana Ristorante E Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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