Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland
Last inspected:
7965 Sr 50 Ste B600, Groveland, FL 34736Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill in Groveland has accumulated 440 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.2 violations per inspection — more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $320 fine. High-priority violations have been persistent and widespread: employee health policy violations appeared in 8 inspections, chemical storage violations in 12 inspections, proper cooking temperature violations in 9 inspections, and consumer advisory violations in 11 inspections. In February 2026, two consecutive inspections within five days documented 57 combined violations, including repeated high-priority findings for employee health policy, cooking temperatures, chemical storage, and hand-washing procedures. The February 18 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation. The most recent inspection on February 24, 2026 documented 27 violations and resulted in a call back with compliance required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland: Comparison to Lake County Averages
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023004001 | $320.00 | Sep 27, 2022 | Tampa |
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 3 inspections32 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections53 violations · 33 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections45 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections36 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland last inspected?
- Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 24, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland had?
- Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland find?
- Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland was most recently inspected on February 24, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland ever been shut down?
- No, Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland been fined?
- Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC in Groveland has been fined a total of $320.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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