Local Pizza
Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025
64
Score
Going back to 2022, Local Pizza has 12 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 22, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around six violations compared to roughly nine violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Compared to other Osprey restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Eliana Osorio 7/1/2019.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels near the pizza station.
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked meatballs prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date mark in the walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
64
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food waters which can range from the to customers with an expired license. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic portion cups with no handles used as scoop for chili flakes, oregano, and granulated garlic. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle on top of the dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
67
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food waters which can range from the to customers with an expired license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. The operator set up the three compartment sink for sanitizing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: Observed the chlorine sanitizer for the dishmachine at 0ppm after 3 cycles. **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic portion cups with no handles used as scoop for chili flakes, oregano, and granulated garlic. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle on top of the dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
52
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical spray bottle stored near clean pizza tray near the wood burning oven. The operator proctored the chemical. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onion (48F - Cold Holding); cooked cauliflower (49F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler at the entrance to the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been stored for approximately 2 hours. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored in the lower half of the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on a rack above clean equipment in the dish area. The operator properly stored the medicine. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
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 the dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. The operator set up the three compartment sink for sanitizing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
16-37-1
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/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-02-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed the sanitizer bucket behind the bar at 0ppm. The operator discarded the solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle on top of the dishmachine.
29-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic portion cups with no handles used as scoop for chili flakes, oregano, and granulated garlic.
14-01-5
29
Jan 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer solution exceeding 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-17: Observed the chlorine wiping cloth solution exceeding 200ppm. **Admin Complaint**
41-27-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024 - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-17: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-17: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-17: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
64
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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 dishwasher chlorine sanitizer solution at 0ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over pepperoni in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer solution exceeding 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employees using handwashing sinks to fill sanitizer buckets. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink near canned food storage in the kitchen.
31B-03-4
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
Basic - Pizza dough not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in the walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - In-use knives stored in sanitizer between uses. An employee removed the knives from the sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
10-18-5
35
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked beef brisket date marked 8/18. The operator discarded the brisket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine wiping cloth solution behind the bar exceeding 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray pesticide stored on a shelf near clean food containers above the dishmachine. Observed a spray cleaner stored on a shelf near clean utensils in the storage area. The operator properly stored the chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked beef brisket date marked 8/18. The operator discarded the brisket. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal strainer in the handwashing sink behind the bar. The operator removed the strainer. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
16-37-1
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/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed Esther Vazquez and Jeyson Guerra FRLA employee training certification incomplete.
53B-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on top exterior of warewashing machine. The operator cleaned the top of the machine. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles in the kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and keys stored on a rack with canned foods in the kitchen. The employee properly stored the personal items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored on a reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
25
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at the exit leading to the walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on the reach in cooler door at the pizza station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe at the handwashing sink in the dish area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
78
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 27 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked brisket date marked 11/29. The operator discarded the brisket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pizza sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding); cooked meatballs (54F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (51F - Cold Holding); ricotta sauce (49F - Cold Holding); pomodori sauce (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (65F - Cold Holding) The operator stated the above foods have been held for less than 3 hours. The operator moved the above foods to another reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed pizza held at time for public health with no time mark. The operator stated the pizza was held at 12:00. **Warning**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pizza sauce (51F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the pizza station. The operator discarded the pizza sauce. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired 12/1/2023. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pizza dough stored in a non-food grade bag in the walk in cooler. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flies behind the bar. Observed 1 fly land on clean beverage cups. Observed 1 fly in the kitchen. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee place a liner in a trash can the handle clean tongs with out changing gloves. The employee changed gloves, washed hands, and cleaned the tongs. **Warning**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash hands in a three compartment sink behind the bar. Educated the operator on proper handwashing procedures. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the handwashing sink near the pizza station. The operator provided soap for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. The operator used a double bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage stored near clean equipment on a metal rack in the dry store age area. The operator discarded the beverage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored in a reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the employee food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and personal belongings stored on a rack with canned foods. The operator properly stored the personal items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch. The employee removed the watch. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic food containers not properly air dried in the dish area. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on the reach in cooler door at the pizza station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at the exit leading to the walk in cooler. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pizza dough stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the pizza dough. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Observed an ice scoop stored uncovered at an outside ice machine. The operator removed the ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-13-5
Basic - Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed an outside ice machine stored in an open with an open gate. The operator closed and locked the gate. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-62-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe at the handwashing sink in the dish area. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on a cutting board at the pizza station. The operator properly stored the wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
10
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed spray bottles containing chemicals not labeled. Operator labeled the spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle used as a scoop for flour. Operator removed the plastic cup from the flour. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Observed soiled aprons stored hanging on rack containing clean equipment. Operator properly stored the soiled aprons. **Corrected On-Site**
21-14-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed to go box of employee food stored in top of containers of peppers. Operator removed the employee food. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
78
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
47
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Local Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Local Pizza on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Local Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Local Pizza.
How does Local Pizza compare to other restaurants in Osprey?
Local Pizza most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Osprey average of 74.
Has Local Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Local Pizza have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Local Pizza 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 Local Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Local Pizza is inspected around four times per year on average.
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