Pizza Napolitano

8481 Nw S River Dr, Medley, FL 33166
Pizza
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Pizza Napolitano has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 8, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Medley restaurant scores 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar inside container. Operator stored scoop with handle up. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining in HWS in kitchen.
29-20-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked vegetables and pepperoni containers uncovered inside reach in freezer in kitchen. Operator covered containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
86
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored inside Thank you bags in reach in freezer by kitchen entrance.
14-31-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets with coffee machine on it.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled by coffee machine. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Jan 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cheese and ham inside reach in cooler under coffee machine. Operator stored products correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar inside container. Operator stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave under prep table in kitchen. Employee cleaned microwave interior. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels on prep table in kitchen. Operator stored towels inside bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles inside kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer by kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
64
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
82
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Dec 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef over fruits inside reach in freezer. Operator stored products correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
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.
11-26-1
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Elda Gonzalez, 6/28/2023.
53A-03-7
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside sugar container under prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
61
Feb 9, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black dust on ceilings over restroom.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop touching sugar on prep table inside kitchen. Operator stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
90
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored inside wheat container in reach in cooler inside kitchen. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
82
Aug 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled under three compartment sink. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside sugar container under prep table by three compartment sink. Employee removed cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed Food Establishment licensed with 8 Chairs and observed 18 Chairs. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed liquid butter container stored on kitchen floor. Employee removed it from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar by blenders on prep table inside kitchen. Employee stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shell in front of Pizza Oven.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container by blenders on prep table inside kitchen. Employee labeled it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pizza Napolitano last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pizza Napolitano on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pizza Napolitano?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pizza Napolitano.

How does Pizza Napolitano compare to other restaurants in Medley?

Pizza Napolitano most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Medley average of 81.

Has Pizza Napolitano's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pizza Napolitano 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 Napolitano inspected?

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