Prima Pizza
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
70
Score
Going back to 2022, Prima Pizza has seven inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 17, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
Looking across the full record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
The city-wide average sits at 78, which Prima Pizza's 70 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Provided employee health responsibility agreement . (5030-103) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-17: **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fry baskets Cutting board at pizza make cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-17: Fry baskets clean **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-17: No proof of training **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler - case of unwashed tomatoes over ham, operator moved tomatoes to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-17: In walk in cooler - I washed green bell peppers and tomatoes over ham and cut carrots. **Time Extended**
08B-17-4
70
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Pizza made 1 hour ago, operator moved pizza to cooler, provided operator with time control form. **Warning**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach in cooler - non Food grade grocery bag on cut tomatoes, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
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. Provided employee health responsibility agreement . (5030-103) **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Operator has no knowledge of big 6 food borne illnesses. Provided Bog 6 poster. (5030-100) Operator does not know how to set up 3 compartment sink for sanitizing. We Set up sink and tested for chlorine. **Warning**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fry baskets Cutting board at pizza make cooler **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine sanitizer. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler - case of unwashed tomatoes over ham, operator moved tomatoes to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler jugs of water on floor, operator moved to shelf. At front counter, cases of water and soda in plastic bottles on floor **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08B-38-4
37
Jun 30, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test strips for quaternary sanitizer. Inspector provided operator with a few test strips until they are able to purchase. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Inspector provided operator with thermometer. **Corrected On-Site**
05-08-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles in kitchen and behind the front counter where beverages and pizza by the slice will be stored. Discussed with Supervisor Benedict who discussed with DM Truex.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. 2 missing near back door. Operator has them, they are needing to be installed.
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at the back of the kitchen.
35B-01-4
70
Jun 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed portions cut him and provolone and walk in cooler with no date. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: Observed portions cut ham and provolone and walk in cooler with no date. **Admin Complaint**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved. 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/. Verified plans from 2001. Hand sink next to dish machine removed. Pizza oven was rotated and make line and prep table added at entrance to kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: No plan review submitted and approved. 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/. Verified plans from 2001. Hand sink next to dish machine removed. Pizza oven was rotated and make line and prep table added at entrance to kitchen. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
82
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 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. Cheese and ham not date marked in walk in cooler
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 operator with DBPR HR 5030-104, he printed and posted **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on prep table at pizza make area, drink removed **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put hat on **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Flour next to hand sink under the soap dispenser not covered, flour moved to another spot **Corrected On-Site**
08B-54-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
55
Jun 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
37
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled, drawer soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Some long term stored items not marked **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Prep table bent **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors throughout kitchen soiled including under shelving. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving and sides of equipment soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Prima Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Prima Pizza on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Prima Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Prima Pizza.
How does Prima Pizza compare to other restaurants in New Port Richey?
Prima Pizza most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the New Port Richey average of 78.
Has Prima Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Prima Pizza have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Prima Pizza means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Prima Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Prima Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.
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