New York Giants Pizza

14609 Livingston Ave, Lutz, FL 33559
Pizza
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

New York Giants Pizza appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2022. New York Giants Pizza was last inspected on Feb 11, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around six violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “ready-to-eat”, which has been cited four times.

Compared to other Lutz restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
5
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained Can opener blade soiled and grease buildup
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for triple sink
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel in hand sink in kitchen. Operator refilled it
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Red sauce no date mark in walk in cooler stored over 24 hours
02C-02-5
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
Basic - Stored food not covered. Red sauce container not covered in walk in cooler
08B-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
52
Jun 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Observed: Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Frozen chicken in customer non food grade bag in walk in cooler. Employee removed chicken from bag . **Corrected On-Site** Priority: High Priority
14-31-5
High Priority - Observed: Employee washed hands with no soap. Only water in three compartment sink. Priority: High Priority
12A-20-4
Intermediate - Observed: Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in three compartment sink. Discussed with employee the importance of using hand washing sink. Employee washed hands in hand washing sink. **Corrective Action Taken** Priority: Intermediate
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Observed: 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. Priority: Intermediate
11-27-4
Intermediate - Observed: 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. Missing for 2 employees printed for employees to sign at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate
11-26-1
Intermediate - Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked noodles reach in cooler by fryer Priority: Intermediate
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Observed: Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sour cream reach in cooler by fryer Priority: Intermediate
02C-03-5
Basic - Observed: Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Tomatoes not washed over ready to eat chicken walk in cooler. Priority: Basic
08B-17-4
43
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
90
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cook noodles 51 f 2 lbs Alfredo sauce 51 f 1 lbs held in reach in cooler overnight ambient air temp 52 f no temperatures taken. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Pizza sauce in non food grade container in walk in cooler. **Warning**
14-15-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook marinara sauce cook chicken wings cook beef walk in cooler not dated . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Ricotta sauce cook noodles reach in cooler not dated **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in three compartment sink. **Warning**
12A-03-4
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. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By mop sink **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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/. No plans on file checked in onbase system. **Warning**
51-16-7
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. gave to owner **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
37
Jun 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
47
Dec 21, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Full red Pizza sauce full red sliced olives 1 can Roma **Warning**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Taskin balaban **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-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
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cut tomatoes not dated cooked noodles in reach in cooler by walk in cooler **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Full red Pizza sauce full red sliced olives 1 can Roma **Warning**
08B-20-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Flour bags on floor by walk in cooler. Milk cheese boxes on floor in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was New York Giants Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at New York Giants Pizza on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at New York Giants Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at New York Giants Pizza.

How does New York Giants Pizza compare to other restaurants in Lutz?

New York Giants Pizza most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Lutz average of 80.

Has New York Giants Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at New York Giants Pizza have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at New York Giants Pizza 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 New York Giants Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, New York Giants Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.