Mangia Bene Pizzeria
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
82
Score
Going back to 2023, Mangia Bene Pizzeria has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 11, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
Across the inspection history, “stored food not covered” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Mangia Bene Pizzeria on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers.
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils Old food on clear lids on dish drying rack.
16-48-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning On clear containers on dish drying racks.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Garlic butter in reach in cooler.
08B-12-5
82
May 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-29: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee milk over food food for establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-29: **Time Extended**
08B-49-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor near dough machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-29: **Time Extended**
36-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-29: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall of 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-29: **Time Extended**
36-30-4
74
May 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor near bathroom. Operator cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee milk over food food for establishment. **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor near dough machine. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in cooler. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall of 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-30-4
64
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour.
02D-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clear containers on dry storage rack.
16-46-4
78
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Togo containers in handwash sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Spinach in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
78
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee Sudafed on dry storage rack. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on dish drying rack. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee yogurt over bread and pickles in reach in cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on pizza boxes. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
22-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Mozzarella sticks in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour in kitchen.
02D-01-5
64
Sep 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Ibuprofen on microwave in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over canned sodas in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-08-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by cart near three compartment sink. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pineapples in handwash sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
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
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings and multiple items in reach in cooler. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table in kitchen. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on microwave in kitchen. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to clear food containers after cleaning on dish drying rack. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Chicken wings in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cart in kitchen. **Warning**
21-12-4
39
Mar 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Aleve medicine bottle over prep table. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation**
41-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on dish drying rack In kitchen.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Wing sauce in reach in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mangia Bene Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mangia Bene Pizzeria on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mangia Bene Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Mangia Bene Pizzeria.
How does Mangia Bene Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Mangia Bene Pizzeria most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Mangia Bene Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mangia Bene Pizzeria have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mangia Bene 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 Mangia Bene Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mangia Bene Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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