Uptown Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
52
Score
Going back to 2022, Uptown Pizza has eight inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 7, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to six violations.
“No paper towels” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Delray Beach restaurants (averaging 71), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Non commercially packaged raw chicken stored over non commercially packaged raw ground beef in reach in freezer. Operator reorganized. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Non food grade shopping bags used to stored raw sausage in reach in freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Dead battery at front hand sink.
31B-05-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at back prep area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at back prep area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm at wing prep station. Operator dumped solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
52
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...windex spray bottle , bleach spray bottles stored with cleaned pot grinder at dishwashing area. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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.... Pizzas display case at front line being held less than 4 hours. Employee time marked . **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime....can opener blade , employee removed. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment...Person in Charge do not know how do calibrated thermometer and sanitize utensils
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled....bleach , windex spray bottles . Employee labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
55
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed oil and garlic (72F - Cold Holding). Operator stated less then hour and return to refrigerator. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid referral 246056365 **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two cases of chicken on floor in walk-in refrigerator.
08B-38-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed at lower shelf on dry storage shelf either pasta storage.
14-05-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in salt and pepper. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed above Flip top refrigerator .
38-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container of oil not labeled.
02D-01-5
58
Nov 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
90
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Insecticide spray stored in kitchen next to hand sink Removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to water heater
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to water heater
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed to operator for pizza slices
03F-10-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups as scoops in bread crumbs and sygar **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
61
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At prep area lift top cooler; raw chicken stored over ready-to eat butter. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Prep table next to lift top cooler ; garlic in oil (74°F - Cold Holding). Operator stated being held less than 4 hours, moved to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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. At front counter; pizza by the slice has no time mark. Operator stated being held less than 1 hour, applied appropriate time mark. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table; meatballs/marinara (108°F - Hot Holding). Operator stated being held less than 4 hours, moved to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
50
Jul 6, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Uptown Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Uptown Pizza on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Uptown Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Uptown Pizza.
How does Uptown Pizza compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?
Uptown Pizza most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Delray Beach average of 71.
Has Uptown Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Uptown Pizza have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Uptown Pizza 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 Uptown Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Uptown Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.
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