Massimo's
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
86
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Massimo's stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
“Water with a temperature” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Palm Harbor sits at 74, putting Massimo's on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
14-45-4
86
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Side walls of ice machine behind bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: No onsite inspection. Violations time extended and will be check at callback inspection due on 7/2/25. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-09: Sides of the dish machine have been cleaned. There are a few areas observed that had mold like substances in the corner. Discussed with owner. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
95
Jun 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Dish machine was not set up at start of inspection. Asked operator to set up dishmachine. It was ran 3 times, 0ppm all runs. Operator set up 3 compartment sink with chlorine. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: No onsite inspection. Violations time extended and will be check at callback inspection due on 7/2/25. **Time Extended**
22-41-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cut tomatos, beans, tiramisu, créme br\00C3\00BBlée, Gorgonzola prepared or removed from package on Saturday, no date mark. Operator added date marks to all food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: No onsite inspection. Violations time extended and will be check at callback inspection due on 7/2/25. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Side walls of ice machine behind bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: No onsite inspection. Violations time extended and will be check at callback inspection due on 7/2/25. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee washing dishes with no hair restraint. Employee put in hair net. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-25: No onsite inspection. Violations time extended and will be check at callback inspection due on 7/2/25. **Time Extended**
13-03-4
70
Jun 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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. Dish machine was not set up at start of inspection. Asked operator to set up dishmachine. It was ran 3 times, 0ppm all runs. Operator set up 3 compartment sink with chlorine. 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 - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Salmon is occasionally served under 145F. Unable to provide proof of parasite destruction. Non-exempt fish may not be served raw or undercooked. Consumer Advisory must be in place. **Warning**
01D-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cut tomatos, beans, tiramisu, créme brûlée, Gorgonzola prepared or removed from package on Saturday, no date mark. Operator added date marks to all food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Side walls of ice machine behind bar. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee washing dishes with no hair restraint. Employee put in hair net. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
61
Dec 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pork belly, desserts Discussed the importance of of date marking, operator was able to determine the prep date.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water in hand wash sin on cooks line.
27-16-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
74
Jun 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Burn spray stored next to clean utensils. Owner moved spray to separate it from clean utensils **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under and behind equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Rear of restaurant unsealed concrete.
36-02-5
78
Dec 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
86
Jun 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
78
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at hand wash sink. Operator turned on hot water. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Massimo's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Massimo's on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Massimo's?
Across the inspection record, “water with a temperature” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Massimo's.
How does Massimo's compare to other restaurants in Palm Harbor?
Massimo's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Palm Harbor average of 74.
Has Massimo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Massimo's have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Massimo's 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 Massimo's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Massimo's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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