Pizza Connection

220 E Lake Ave, Auburndale, FL 33823

Pizza

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Pizza Connection stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 8, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “food stored on floor” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

By comparison, the average Auburndale facility scores 88, putting Pizza Connection on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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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 - Food stored on floor. Observed rack of bread on floor in walk in cooler, manager removed rack of bread from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield, manager cleaned interior shield. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-20-5

Nov 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fryer shortening on floor operator removed shortening from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jul 3, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Oct 9, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of chicken on floor in walk in cooler, employee removed chicken from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on shelf under food preparation counter across from 3-compartment sink.

23-03-4

Jul 6, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese,sausage in pizza make line Put on ice **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Jan 24, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Aug 16, 2022

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed beef in to go bag in flip top unit at front counter. Operator removed beef from bag and placed in container. **Corrected On-Site**

14-31-5

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. Observed for Taylor P., and Lee G.

53B-14-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in flip top unit at front counter.

23-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of cups on floor in pizza rolling room, operator removed box of cups from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pizza Connection last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pizza Connection on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pizza Connection?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pizza Connection.

How does Pizza Connection compare to other restaurants in Auburndale?

Pizza Connection most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Auburndale average of 88.

Has Pizza Connection's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pizza Connection have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pizza Connection 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 Pizza Connection inspected?

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

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