Mamma Franca's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
100
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Mamma Franca's Pizzeria stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 24, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Restaurants in Brooksville average 90, so Mamma Franca's Pizzeria is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 12, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizing dishmachine at 0ppm. Operator placed out of order sign on machine and set up three compartment sink with quaternary solution at 200ppm. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-49-4
86
Nov 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area near mop sink in rear of kitchen. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Dishmachine relocated, ice machine removed and moved to front service area, office converted into dry storage area, and handwash sink removed near mop sink area. **Warning**
51-16-7
82
Jun 18, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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. Observed no proof of training for Pamela R. hired on 03/17/2025.
53B-02-5
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light bulb removed. Employee tried to replace bulb, but light will not work.
38-04-4
86
Jun 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw whole shell eggs stored over various ready to eat deli meats in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing cleaner not labeled at triple sink area. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Box of unwashed peppers and cucumbers stored over ready-to-eat packages of bread.
08B-17-4
Basic - Heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
38-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing in bucket of standing water in prep sink. Operator placed items under cool running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor of walk in cooler heavily soiled with food debris.
36-01-4
61
May 1, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jan 30, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**
38-04-4
95
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch pipe coming from the handwash sink directed into the mop sink. Observed pipe touching the bottom of the mop sink. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
29-44-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels stocked in dispenser but unable to dispense to the left of the mop sink. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
78
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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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 dishmachine with chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Operator contacted repair company for service. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing on splitter added to mop sink faucet on side with white and blue hose hanging into mop sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bottle of heavy duty degreaser stored in handwash sink in rear of kitchen to the left of the mop sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink to the left of the mop sink. Operator placed 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 - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees without hair restraints handling food. **Warning**
13-03-4
47
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mamma Franca's Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mamma Franca's Pizzeria on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mamma Franca's Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mamma Franca's Pizzeria.
How does Mamma Franca's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Brooksville?
Mamma Franca's Pizzeria most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooksville average of 90.
Has Mamma Franca's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mamma Franca's Pizzeria 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 Mamma Franca's Pizzeria 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 Mamma Franca's Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mamma Franca's Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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