Zino/Pezzo's
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
47
Score
Going back to 2023, Zino/Pezzo's has 10 inspections in the public record. Zino/Pezzo's was last inspected on Mar 26, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
By comparison, the average Estero facility scores 82, putting Zino/Pezzo's on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef and lamb stored above raw fish in the walk in cooler. Operator moved fish. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on the cook line on the restaurant side.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels on the left side of the cookline toward the front of the restaurant.
31B-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door on the pizza side not self closing.
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed unisex restroom on the pizza side no covered receptacle.
32-12-6
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled on the cookline, under equipment, and in the walk in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed dressing containers, potatoes and raw chicken on the floor in the walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled on the reach on freezers and coolers.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand sink on left side of cook line leaking from the p trap.
29-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled on the cookline.
36-27-5
47
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Raw eggs over opened gallon of milk and prepared chicken salad in the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 unlabeled spray bottles on the restaurant side. By the bar.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up of food debris on the can opener blade. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sink next to the dishwasher.
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on the interior of the ice machine bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed unisex bathroom on the pizza side without a self closing. Door.
32-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions and 1 case of potatoes on the floor on the walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
52
May 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs stored above carrots in the walk in cooler on the pizza storage side. **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the hand wash sink on the pizza side next to the steam well. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on the interior of the ice machine bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled around the perimeter of the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on 3 door stainless reach in freezer soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed buildup of food/grease on walls on restaurant side. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
55
Mar 14, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw veal stored above ready to eat in the reach in cooler on the pizza side. Operator moved veal to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at sink next to pizza oven.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on the interior of the ice machine bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee working with food with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris/grease under equipment on the cookline.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
10-20-4
Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed rear door with light coming through the right hand bottom corner when closed.
35B-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled on cookline.
36-27-5
58
Aug 21, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs stored above unwashed tomatoes and peppers in the walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink on the sauté line, operated replaced towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in interior bin of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust like substance on condenser and hose line on the walk in cooler.
23-03-4
70
May 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker after splitter on mop sink on the restaurant side. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up of food debris on can opener blade, Restauraunt side. operator moved to ware washing area for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food prepared over 24 hours on Restauraunt shelves not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop sitting on shelf on top/side of ice machine. Restaurant side. Operator moved ice scoop to container for storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interiors of reach in on the restaurant side buildup of food debris on the bottom shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with dust across from ovens on restaurant side, and food debris and grease to the right of the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
61
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored above cooked ready to eat pasta in reach cooler on pizza side of restaurant. Operator moved shrimp to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose Bibb with a splitter with no vacuum breaker added after splitter connection.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up of food debris on can opener blade. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed unisex bathroom on pizza side of the restaurant with out a self closing door.
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacle in unisex bathroom on Pizza side of the restaurant.
32-12-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice at soda dispenser on the pizza side.
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on reach in and walk in cooler door gaskets. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall on cook line of restaurant side soiled with dust and food debris across gas burning stove.
36-27-5
52
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up of food debris n can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and eggplant Parmesan prepared over 24 hours according to operator not properly date marked when placed into the freezer on the Pizza side in the reach in freezer.
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee on Pizza side not wearing a hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plate being used in panko breadcrumb bag as a scoop.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on reach in door handles near dough mixer.
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tanks near rear door not secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed glass of water on Pizza prep table next to reach in cooler in front of pizza oven.
12B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets near dough mixer.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop on floor next to mop sink.
42-01-4
58
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zino/Pezzo's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zino/Pezzo's on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zino/Pezzo's?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Zino/Pezzo's.
How does Zino/Pezzo's compare to other restaurants in Estero?
Zino/Pezzo's most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Estero average of 82.
Has Zino/Pezzo's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Zino/Pezzo's have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Zino/Pezzo's 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 Zino/Pezzo's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Zino/Pezzo's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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