Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market

5648 Post Oak Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Italian
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 2, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

By comparison, the average Wesley Chapel facility scores 86, putting Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

11
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator the proper paperwork for pizza slices that are held with time. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-02: **Time Extended**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed a vacuum sealing machine in the back prep area of the establishment, when asked employee stated that they seal meats pasta and cheeses on site. When asked for a HACCP Plan one couldn't be provided. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-02: HACCP plan has been submitted and received but hasn't been approved yet. Time extend to next routine. **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
82
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator the proper paperwork for pizza slices that are held with time. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: **Time Extended**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed a vacuum sealing machine in the back prep area of the establishment, when asked employee stated that they seal meats pasta and cheeses on site. When asked for a HACCP Plan one couldn't be provided. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being sued as scoops in bulk containers. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Manager stated that a company will be coming out to service boards. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
74
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a handwashing sink in the pizza making area being clogged and not in service.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed a vacuum sealing machine in the back prep area of the establishment, when asked employee stated that they seal meats pasta and cheeses on site. When asked for a HACCP Plan one couldn't be provided.
03G-50-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator the proper paperwork for pizza slices that are held with time.
03F-10-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being sued as scoops in bulk containers.
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
67
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Baker on the prep line Baker placed on hair restraint **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
95
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Old food debris build up on equipment in back kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up along fan **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Powdered sugar not label on shelf under cookline prep table in back kitchen Employee labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
82
Jan 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Coricidin HBP stored on shelf above prep table in back kitchen Employee placed in manager office **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Old food debris build up on equipment in back kitchen **Warning**
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table in back kitchen Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **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 jacket on shelf next to clean dishes Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up along fan **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of Togo boxes stored on floor neat back door of kitchen Employee placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Powdered sugar not label on shelf under cookline prep table in back kitchen Employee labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
55
Jun 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Front display counter was replaced with seating counter with 7 bar stools and 3three top tables and observed customers sitting and eating. Deli cooler display has portion scale,and vaccum sealer and prep table with deli paper and gloves. Bakery display with 5 reach in display coolers, scale, prep table gloves, deli paper. No hand wash station and not on plans. Observed coffee and ice cream station with hand scooped gelato and sorbet. No hand washing station and not on plans Observed counter added across from gas range and two display coolers were removed. Counter has 8 barstools for patron's to sit. Fresh pasta making station added where pasta display counter is Added ice machine next to mop sink Establishment added 5 additional prep tables in back kitchen, 6 reach in coolers 1 freezer, **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-20: Observed documentation. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some 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 2024-06-20: Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
82
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 10 lbs ob molded gruyere cheese in cooler. Cheese was packed on 3-2-2024. Manager voluntarily discarded **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-07-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024. Manager renewed license and account is being debited $292.00. Confirmation 236063410 **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Operator added 8 barstools and three threetop tables **Warning**
28-12-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment is vacuum sealing cheese wheels. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lasagna in deli cooler not dated. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Cheese packaged in the establishment using a reduced packaging method and held for more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label lacking the 'use by' date, or labeled with a 'use by' date that exceeds 30 days from its packaging or the original manufacturer's 'sell by' or 'use by' date, whichever occurs first Observed packaged gruyere cheeses with packaging date of 3-2-2024. **Warning**
03G-35-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by cart at pasta station. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No handwash sink for employees. At pastry display station, meats and cheeses display station and coffee and hand dipped gelato and sorbet station **Warning**
31A-12-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Front display counter was replaced with seating counter with 7 bar stools and 3three top tables and observed customers sitting and eating. Deli cooler display has portion scale,and vaccum sealer and prep table with deli paper and gloves. Bakery display with 5 reach in display coolers, scale, prep table gloves, deli paper. No hand wash station and not on plans. Observed coffee and ice cream station with hand scooped gelato and sorbet. No hand washing station and not on plans Observed counter added across from gas range and two display coolers were removed. Counter has 8 barstools for patron's to sit. Fresh pasta making station added where pasta display counter is Added ice machine next to mop sink Establishment added 5 additional prep tables in back kitchen, 6 reach in coolers 1 freezer, **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment has 7 barstools and 3-3 top tables **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. All displayed food items missing date packaged on containers **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-03-4
29
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed push cart blocking hand sink on service line
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. **Repeat Violation**
03G-50-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to scoop bulk cheese at pizza make station
14-01-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed all food items missing date products were packaged **Repeat Violation**
02D-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink stored stored in reach in cooler
12B-13-4
70
May 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment is vacuum packaging cheese, raw beef, raw chicken, and sausage with no approved HACCP plan. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. One door reach in cooler shelf by stand mixer soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Missing date packaged. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: Manager states they are in contact with company that makes label to add date packaged. **Time Extended**
02D-03-4
78
Aug 17, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing on splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
03F-10-5
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. 12 seats added to establishment.
51-15-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include date product was packaged. **Repeat Violation**
02D-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk bin of flour and semolina not labeled. Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market?

Across the inspection record, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market.

How does Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market compare to other restaurants in Wesley Chapel?

Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Wesley Chapel average of 86.

Has Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market 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 Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Moschellas Italian Eatery and Market is inspected around three times per year on average.