Takis Pizza No 2

1600 S Bay St, Eustis, FL 32726
Pizza
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
45
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Takis Pizza No 2 eight times, with records going back to 2022. On Mar 18, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near nine violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up five times.

Restaurants in Eustis average 82, so Takis Pizza No 2 trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator from day prior Ham (46F - Cold Holding **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Per operator from day prior Shredded Ham (46F - Cold Holding **Repeat Violation**
01B-02-5
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. Heavy cream and milk in reach in cooler. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer gaskets. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor behind cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Reach in cooler gaskets at pizza make station. Reach in freezer gaskets at cook line. Exterior dishwasher soiled. Reach in cooler handles and exterior. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at pizza make station. Reach in freezer interior at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor in dining area.
25-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent over soda machine in dining area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
45
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Per operator from day prior Alfredo Sauce (49F - Cooling)
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Per operator from day prior Alfredo Sauce (49F - Cooling
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours moved to freezer for quick cooling. Shredded Mazarella (51F - Cold Holding
03A-02-5
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer door handle **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor by fryer soiled. Floor in the corner by hand washing sink.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket next to pizza make station. Fan guard in walk in cooler soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler by pizza make station.
22-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Chlorine sanitizer 0 ppm. Operator added chlorine rechecked 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in dining area.
36-34-5
43
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
55
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. - hose bibb next to 3 compartment sink
29-34-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - electric slicer - mixer head - white cutting board on pizza line **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - gasket on glass door cooler
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. - tomatoes next to mixer.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-18-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters - exterior of 4 burner stove and fryer. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
45
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. - hose outside back door.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Electric slicer **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood fliters - burners
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Corrected On-Site**
51-18-6
50
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -pizza peel directly on pizza oven.(cos) - electric Slicer -Mixer head - white cutting board on cooks line - can opener
22-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -White cutting board on cooks line
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Pizza maker
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of fryers
23-03-4
64
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
45
Nov 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 61f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Operator placed in refrigerator. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Slicer blade guard.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
13-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of sugar.
02D-01-5
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Takis Pizza No 2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Takis Pizza No 2 on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Takis Pizza No 2?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Takis Pizza No 2.

How does Takis Pizza No 2 compare to other restaurants in Eustis?

Takis Pizza No 2 most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Eustis average of 82.

Has Takis Pizza No 2's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Takis Pizza No 2 have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Takis Pizza No 2 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 Takis Pizza No 2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Takis Pizza No 2 is inspected around two times per year on average.