Marcos Pizza 8282

11182 66 N, Largo, FL 33773

Pizza

Last inspected: Jan 23, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Marcos Pizza 8282 has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 23, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to seven violations.

Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface ( cutting board ) stained” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

By comparison, the average Largo facility scores 75, putting Marcos Pizza 8282 on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Dented cans of pineapple tidbits present on storage shelf . See stop sale.Operator segregated cans for return **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

01B-01-4

Intermediate - - Food-contact surface ( cutting board ) stained in prep area. - soiled soda nozzles at self service station Reviewed with manager

22-02-4

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. No proof of employee training for any employee Brittany , Zack hired over 60 days . **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit ( walk in cooler ) with food to be served to customers. Manager relocated employee drink to designated area **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

Basic - Food ( bottles of soda ) not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at self service beverage station . Reviewed with manager

08B-47-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in food prep area . Reviewed with manager

14-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - 3 D dust accumulation on fans in walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager

23-03-4

Apr 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Three dented cans present on shelf in dry storage area . See stop sale. Reviewed with manager . Manager segregated cans for return **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-01-4

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. Reviewed with manager . **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Food-contact surface ( can opener) soiled with food debris on back kitchen prep table. Reviewed with manager .

22-02-4

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. Ashley K, Carlos O., Chase P., James S. , Lauren D, Zachary A hired over 60 days . No proof of any training. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables( box of whole tomatoes) stored with ready-to-eat food ( cheese ) in walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager .

08B-17-4

Apr 6, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza make cooler: cooked chicken wings 46 degrees F. Discussed with operator to cut portions in half. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-06: Chickens 46 degrees F. Discussed with operator to cut portions **Time Extended**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler of make line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-06: **Time Extended**

22-02-4

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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-06: No proof of food safety training available. **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-06: **Time Extended**

11-26-1

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marcos Pizza 8282 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marcos Pizza 8282 on file is from Jan 23, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marcos Pizza 8282?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface ( cutting board ) stained” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Marcos Pizza 8282.

How does Marcos Pizza 8282 compare to other restaurants in Largo?

Marcos Pizza 8282 most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Largo average of 75.

Has Marcos Pizza 8282's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Marcos Pizza 8282 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Marcos Pizza 8282 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 Marcos Pizza 8282 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Marcos Pizza 8282 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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