How many health inspections has D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE had?

D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE ever been shut down?

No, D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE?

The most frequently cited violations at D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

PATHOGEN SURVIVAL: Undercooking is a leading cause of foodborne illness. Salmonella in poultry survives below 165°F — causes 1.35 million US infections annually. E. coli O157:H7 in ground beef survives below 155°F — causes bloody diarrhea and kidney failure. Trichinella in pork survives below 145°F. Proper cooking is the critical kill step that destroys these pathogens. Cook to minimum internal temperatures: Poultry/stuffing/reheated foods: 165°F for 15 seconds. Ground meats: 155°F for 15 seconds. Pork/beef/fish/eggs (immediate service): 145°F for 15 seconds. Whole roasts: 145°F for 4 minutes. Verify with calibrated probe thermometer in thickest part. Microwave cooking: 165°F, rotate, stand 2 minutes.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE

324 FERRIS ST, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043

Clay County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: KATRINIC LLC · License: SEA2001186

D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE in Green Cove Springs, FL has 25 inspections on record with 129 total violations (5.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

25Inspections

129Violations

0Closures

Data current as of June 20, 2025

Inspection History (25)

Jun 20, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jun 20, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

May 20, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Mar 20, 2025 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

May 20, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 4, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 7, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Sep 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 8, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 10, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 3, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Nov 4, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

May 7, 2020 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 29, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Mar 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 26, 2019 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 22, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Aug 13, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 6, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 2, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 24, 2017 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 14, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 8, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 31, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

How Does This Facility Compare?

D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Clay County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.22.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE had?: D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE ever been shut down?: No, D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE?: The most frequently cited violations at D'FONTANA PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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