Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
82
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 8, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Among Estero restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed spray bottle on the dry storage shelf not labeled.
41-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water leaking from pipe under the 3 compartment sink.
29-08-4
82
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of dented artichoke hearts on the can rack next to the three compartment sink.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on the can opener.
22-02-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding broken under dish machine and 3 compartment sink.
36-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice in ice machine.
10-08-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet in restroom #2 with loose handle.
29-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to ice machine and 3 compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking at handwashing sink next to the ice machine.
29-11-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 Tanks near office door not secured.
51-11-4
58
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ranch dressing at 47F cold holding , observed cooled to 44F within 20 minutes. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed Tylenol stored on shelf above service area on the front cook line.
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on front cook line soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand towels at handwashing sink in the prep kitchen next to the ice machine.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water temperature at 74F in the restrooms and in the drink service area next to the front kitchen area.
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.observed ceiling tile vents and ceiling tile soiled with dust and food debris throughout restaurant.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Ice tea pitchers with ice tea inside stored next to handwashing sink in server station.
24-27-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding broken under dish machine and 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint. Operator put on a hair net. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in contact with antipasto Salad on front cook line .
10-06-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights on front cook line are not shielded or protected.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler doors with a build up of food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to ice machine and 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
35
Jul 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no marked date on water filter for ice machine to mark last service date.
29-28-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in middle of kitchen above prep table.
36-36-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove moulding broken and missing under 3 bay sink and next to dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on walk in door gaskets. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
78
Aug 31, 2023
Complaint Full
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
61
May 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
86
May 4, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
90
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded mozzarella cheese 50F cold hold, Sauteed peppers 45F cold hold less than 4 hours in pizza prep reach in cooler. Operator turned down reach in cooler. Educated operator on importance of maintaining foods at 41F or below. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored clean food equipment at bar.
41-10-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present above three compartment sink. Operator removed fly strips. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-24-4
Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Restroom.
32-11-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at bar. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to ice machine.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Educated operator on importance of updating employee food safety training.. **Repeat Violation**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water temperature at hand wash sink at beverage/wait station reaching 78F (waited 3 minutes) and hand wash sink in restroom reaching 78-86F (waited 3 minutes).
27-16-4
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of gray/slime-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with soiled apron. Employee changed apron. **Corrected On-Site**
13-01-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at beverage/wait station and restrooms closest to dining room.
31B-04-4
Basic - Observed pizza prep reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair.
14-36-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
20
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza.
How does Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza compare to other restaurants in Estero?
Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Estero average of 82.
Has Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza 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 Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza is inspected around three times per year on average.
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