Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo
Last inspected:
13355 Blecher Rd S Ste G, Largo, FL 33773Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo has accumulated 262 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.7 per visit, well above the Pinellas County average. The facility was shut down twice, for sewage leaks and roach activity. October 2021 showed a critical enforcement pattern: inspectors returned on consecutive days and found the facility failed to comply with an active emergency order across multiple visits. Fire safety records document a blocked exit in the dining area that persisted under the prior operator name, Momma Joan's Kitchen.
Most recent closure: October 12, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
8.7
violations / inspection
8.7 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo: Emergency Closure History (2)
Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $760.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025047671 | $160.00 | May 10, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2020056540 | $200.00 | Nov 23, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019039356 | $200.00 | Apr 3, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015001922 | $200.00 | Oct 27, 2014 | Miami (Doral) |
Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked in dining area . Review3d with the manager . For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections43 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo last inspected?
- Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo last shut down?
- Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo was last shut down on October 12, 2021 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo had?
- Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo find?
- Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo was most recently inspected on March 2, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $760.00 in fines.
- How much has Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo been fined?
- Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo has been fined a total of $760.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Mama Rose Pizzeria in Largo operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Momma Joan's Kitchen (2024).
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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