Pacino's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Jul 22, 2025
52
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Pacino's Pizzeria stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jul 22, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately compared to roughly seven violations before.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which Pacino's Pizzeria's 52 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
47
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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. -milk in walk-in cooler, per operator opened more than 24 hours, operator dated **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-03-5
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. -Provided Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in front service area, operator stocked paper towels **Corrected On-Site** **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 - 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**
11-26-1
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. -shelf below prep table, employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-45-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee bottled water stored on prep table, employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -floor in front of walk-in cooler **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -multiple spatulas stored in standing water 66F, employee discarded water **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -Provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -multiple packs of pizza boxes stored on the floor in the kitchen, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -unwashed tomatoes stored over commercially produced "Mango Pickle Sauce" in walk-in cooler **Warning**
08B-17-4
39
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
41
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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/. -dish machine removed by operator
51-16-7
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. -door handle and surrounding area soiled **Repeat Violation**
32-07-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -water stains on tiles in bathroom and kitchen
36-32-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -can rack soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -Coca cola cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -under 3 compartment sink
29-11-4
67
Mar 16, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer soiled. Slicer soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom door handle soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
32-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease. Can rack soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
70
Jan 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
25
Jul 15, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese 46f. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: No shredded cheese in unit. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda station heads soiled. Per manager, customer drink station is not being used. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease. Dishwasher racks soiled. Cook line table soiled with grease. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
64
Jul 14, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Two live roaches under mop sink. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese 46f. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda station heads soiled. Per manager, customer drink station is not being used. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Cleaner. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door by restroom. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Salad unit. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease. Dishwasher racks soiled. Cook line table soiled with grease. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pacino's Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pacino's Pizzeria on file is from Jul 22, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pacino's Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pacino's Pizzeria.
How does Pacino's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Pacino's Pizzeria most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.
Has Pacino's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pacino's Pizzeria have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pacino's Pizzeria 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 Pacino's Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pacino's Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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