Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 3, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Ice scoop handle in contact with ice” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Among Boca Raton restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on can opener.
22-31-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soil residue on low top cooler near pizza station .
23-24-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer in kitchen .
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing signs at handwashing sinks in restaurant.
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pepperonis not covered in reach in freezer in kitchen. Employee covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
74
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Fresh Food three door cooler ; cheese (46F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Per operator food was received less than 1 hour ago. Operator placed into another reach in cooler to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two cans of tomatoes dented across the seam. See stop sale.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam table marinara sauce 93F. Per operator not enough water in steam table. Operator reheated marinara sauce to 165F on stove. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed pizza sauce 73F at 11:14 to 73F at 11:41 (cooling since 10:45). At this current rate of cooling food will not reach 41F or below within 4 hrs. Observed cooling covered. Operator removed lid and placed into reach in freezer to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
55
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
95
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle at dish area. Operator labeled all purpose cleaner. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
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 - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Pizza by the slice. **Warning**
03F-10-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice machine at front counter. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at pizza station cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
61
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at pizza blocked, items stored in hand wash sink. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on can opener/blade
22-31-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed on ware storage shelves. Operator removed and discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-45-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at 1 door low top at pizza line **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
74
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Operator moved to ware washing area **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Not provided for any employees. Provided to operator; operator had on duty employees fill out at time of inspection **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment holds pizza by the slice on TPHC. Operator unable to provide written plan at time of inspection. Provided to operator
03F-10-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed throughout
23-24-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at 1 door low top next to pizza oven
22-16-4
67
Aug 1, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. At the front counter, the pan of pizza slices is stored on the counter without a sneeze guard. Employee moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the prep area reach in cooler, raw steak was stored over milk and sliced tomatoes. Employee moved steak to lower shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
74
Jul 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Pizza displayed on counter is not protected by sneeze guard. Chef removed pizza and placed on rack **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee washed hands and put gloves on. **Corrected On-Site**
09-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tongs stored in Lettuce. Flip top cooler. Employee removed Tongs **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
70
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
74
Jul 28, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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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/
53A-03-7
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. **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “ice scoop handle in contact with ice” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria.
How does Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Boca Raton?
Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Boca Raton average of 74.
Has Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Manhattan Joe's 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 Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Manhattan Joe's Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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