The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria

250 Apollo Beach Blvd, Apollo Beach, FL 33572
Italian
Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show 12 inspections at The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria stretching back to 2022. The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria was last inspected on Dec 29, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.

By comparison, the average Apollo Beach facility scores 67, putting The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw fish in reach in cooler under cook top.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container of oil on hand wash sink on cook line.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink near cook line. Employee replaced at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wood holding up microwave on cook line.
14-47-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee eating prepping food with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. At bar. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
58
Apr 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Mashed potatoes 44 F in walk in cooler. Discussed with manager placing on ice. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Merlin Calero.
53A-04-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager replaced at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. At bar. Manager secured at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Soda boxes on floor in dry storage room.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of portion cups on floor in dry storage room.
25-05-4
55
Jul 24, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 9 live flies near back door hallways 3 live flies in dry storage room 2 live flies in dining area **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: 7 live flies under dish machine 10 live flies on containers in storage **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: 7 flies near containers 3 flies on wall going towards dry storage. Operator began removing flies and sanitizing areas. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: 5 live flies on shelf with containers 1 live roach on the outside of chest freezer. Operator removed all and sanitized areas. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: 1 live fly on shelf Operator removed and sanitized area. **Admin Complaint** **Corrected On-Site**
35A-02-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: Near back door. **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding in disrepair through out kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
78
Jul 22, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 9 live flies near back door hallways 3 live flies in dry storage room 2 live flies in dining area **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: 7 live flies under dish machine 10 live flies on containers in storage **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: 7 flies near containers 3 flies on wall going towards dry storage. Operator began removing flies and sanitizing areas. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: 5 live flies on shelf with containers 1 live roach on the outside of chest freezer. Operator removed all and sanitized areas. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding in disrepair through out kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
74
Jul 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 9 live flies near back door hallways 3 live flies in dry storage room 2 live flies in dining area **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: 7 live flies under dish machine 10 live flies on containers in storage **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: 7 flies near containers 3 flies on wall going towards dry storage. Operator began removing flies and sanitizing areas. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-02-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding in disrepair through out kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-17: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
74
Jul 15, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 9 live flies near back door hallways 3 live flies in dry storage room 2 live flies in dining area **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: 7 live flies under dish machine 10 live flies on containers in storage **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding in disrepair through out kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
74
Jul 10, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
39
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
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
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
30
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 46 F- retemp 40 F on counter. Pasta 48 F, potato salad 46 F in walk in cooler. Operator added ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested 0 ppm, operator primed tested 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
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. Sent to operator at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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. Milk in walk in cooler not date marked.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container in handwash sink near dish machine.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna in walk in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled under prep table. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Wine glasses at bar.
24-05-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom.
33-12-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cooking food with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting near dish area.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored outside. Chest freezer outside with desserts, operator brought in food at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
08B-42-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water temped 82 F.
10-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor, operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes not inverted. **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket on floor on cook line.
21-38-4
23
Apr 7, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta 48 F in walk in cooler, employee placed on ice at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee grab soiled plates then grabbed plated food without washing hands.
12A-02-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2023 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee medicine on rack with seasonings. **Repeat Violation**
41-07-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed server put on gloves to make a salad without washing hands.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical spray bottle not labeled under handwash sink next to microwave.
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. At bar. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.sanitizer bucket on floor on cook line.
21-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers not inverted in dry storage.
25-06-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on equipment handle next to salad reach in cooler.
10-20-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Water on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
29
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
41
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked lasagna 44-45 F. Employee moved to freezer. Cooked pasta 46 F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Angel hair pasta 45 F, operator placed in walk in freezer. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Pasta 44 F in walk in cooler. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. The bar handwash sink is in a different location from the plans. The hand sink is to the left of the bar entrance, not on the top right. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Hand sink remains in same location, no plans have been submitted and approved.**Admin Complaint** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Handwash sink is in the same location. **Admin Complaint**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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. Plans on file, from 02/09/09, do not reflect the current layout/equipment that's in the kitchen. Item 1 is now a 6 burner stovetop, not a char broiler The three compartment sink is turned 90 degrees to the left, from what is on the current plan The back "dry storage" room, to the left of the ware washing area, now has an ice machine, reach in freezers and a large dough mixer The bar handwash sink is in a different location from the plans. The hand sink is to the left of the bar entrance, not on the top right. There is not an ice machine located out back, by the mop sink. Due 28 Aug 2022. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Due 8/28/2022 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Operator states no plans were submitted. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Operator was not able to provide additional employee training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in reach in freezers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: **Admin Complaint**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: **Admin Complaint**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall next to 3 Compartment Sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: **Admin Complaint**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Garbage on ground dumpster. **Admin Complaint**
33-19-4
52

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria?

Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria.

How does The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Apollo Beach?

The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Apollo Beach average of 67.

Has The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria 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 The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Vineyard Trattoria and Pizzeria is inspected around four times per year on average.