Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island
Last inspected:
203 Crocket Blvd, Merritt Island, FL 32953Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island has accumulated 132 violations across 29 inspections since 2017, averaging 4.6 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, for roach activity and lack of potable water. In July 2025, inspectors issued an emergency order after finding 16 violations including 6 high-priority items, then required a time extension for compliance. The restaurant faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, employee health reporting failures, and food contact surface issues.
Most recent closure: July 21, 2025 for no potable water.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island: Emergency Closure History (2)
Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024056616 | $800.00 | Sep 25, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2024004279 | $200.00 | Nov 7, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections32 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island last inspected?
- Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island last shut down?
- Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island was last shut down on July 21, 2025 for no potable water. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island?
- The most frequently cited violations at Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island had?
- Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island find?
- Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island ever been shut down?
- Yes, Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island been fined?
- Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Papa Vito's Pizza Spot in Merritt Island operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Straight Outta Philly Merritt Island (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.
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