Marco's Pizza #8111
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
47
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Marco's Pizza #8111, the earliest from 2023. On Mar 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Marco's Pizza #8111's 47 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
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.
11-27-4
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. No proof of training for 6 employees.
53B-02-5
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. No proof for all 6 employees.
11-26-1
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled beneath storage rack for bag-in-box soda syrups.
36-73-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide not adequately secured. Located next to mop sink.
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license displayed expired on February 1, 2026.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee, personal beverage stored on front counter next to single service cups. Employee removed personal beverage at time of inspection and stored at an approved location. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee with earrings and multiple bracelets on right hand. Employee removed all bracelets at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing floor tiles around grease trap located in front of walking cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. One bag of multiple single service take out pizza boxes stored on floor next to mop sink.
25-05-4
47
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. No state approved employee training for 3 employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-06: Operator unable to provide proof of training for employees during time of inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup use to scoop bulk flour on shelf under prep table adjacent to pizza oven. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-06: **Admin Complaint**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour stored on shelf under prep table on cook line with no label. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-06: **Admin Complaint**
02D-01-5
82
Apr 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 3 spray bottles filled with sanitizer stored in shelf with clean dishes. **Warning**
41-10-4
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. No state approved employee training for 3 employees. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop not inverted at mop sink **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour stored on shelf under prep table on cook line with no label. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup use to scoop bulk flour on shelf under prep table adjacent to pizza oven. **Warning**
14-01-5
67
Apr 16, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
95
Feb 15, 2024
Complaint Full
7 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled spray bottles. Operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Ran slowly dripping hot water in handwash sink at front service area for approximately 2 minutes, temped 72 F. **Warning**
27-16-4
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. Provided by email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Kelley Reyes. **Warning**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Hot water has no pressure in handwash sink at front service area. **Warning**
27-19-4
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. Provided by email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
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. Some employees hired less than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food in grocery bag stored with food to be served the public in walk-in cooler. Operator segregated personal food to prevent cross contamination at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
45
Mar 20, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Mixer bowl stored in front of handwash sink at three compartment sink area. Employee removed to other location. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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.
11-26-1
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
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled spray bottles hang on storage shelves.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Ran hot water approximately 3 minutes in handwash sink at front kitchen, temped 78 F.
27-16-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license has been expired since 02/01/2022.
50-09-4
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Marco's Pizza #8111 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Marco's Pizza #8111 on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Marco's Pizza #8111?
Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Marco's Pizza #8111.
How does Marco's Pizza #8111 compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Marco's Pizza #8111 most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Marco's Pizza #8111's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Marco's Pizza #8111 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Marco's Pizza #8111 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Marco's Pizza #8111 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Marco's Pizza #8111 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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