Pizza on the Beach
Last inspected: Jul 18, 2025
50
Score
Going back to 2022, Pizza on the Beach has nine inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 18, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “observe ice dispenser”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea average 78, so Pizza on the Beach trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
50
Nov 22, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
41
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Observe ice dispenser at self serve coca-cola soda machine , mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On at pizza Flip top refrigerator .
14-09-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observe at rear kitchen
38-07-4
82
Mar 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Pizza slices at front counter, no written procedure for Time as a Public health control. Emailed operator TPHC to fill out. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored or protected from contamination. Pizza boxes stored in hallway in front of bathrooms on floor. Employee put onto shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
86
Sep 22, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on front counter flip top. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: Observed same. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. A/C closet - water accumulated on floor under air handler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: Observed same. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Small flip top in back prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: Observed same. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
86
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
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
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
37
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
61
Nov 17, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 16, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...cooked chicken 45°, chicken wings 450 , ham 44°, turkey 44° , cheese 45°in walk in cooler being held less than four hours. PIC moved food to acceptable reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...windex spray bottle with Parmesan cheese rare counter at front line . Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available 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-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked...chicken, chicken wings at walk in cooler. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...heavy soiled buildup can opener blade , exterior can opener and slicer . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored tools in handwashing sink at dishwashing area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical CHLORINE test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front and dishwashing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at front . **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Interior and exterior microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust in handwashing sink at dishwashing area, **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck in dough bowl. **Warning**
16-48-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues....all reach in cooler at the establishment. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.... Italian sausage thawing at room temperature at front line. Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name...oil , vinaigrette squeezed bottles . **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at front line and back prep line . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pizza on the Beach last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pizza on the Beach on file is from Jul 18, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pizza on the Beach?
Across the inspection record, “observe ice dispenser” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pizza on the Beach.
How does Pizza on the Beach compare to other restaurants in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea?
Pizza on the Beach most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea average of 78.
Has Pizza on the Beach's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pizza on the Beach have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pizza on the Beach 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 Pizza on the Beach inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pizza on the Beach is inspected around three times per year on average.
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