Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala

Last inspected:

9360 Us Hwy 441 Ste 6, Ocala, FL 34480
Overview

Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala has been emergency-closed once, on July 30, 2021 for rodent activity. Over 24 inspections dating to 2016, the facility accumulated 165 violations, averaging 6.9 per inspection — significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 4 inspections, chemical storage violations in at least 6 inspections, time-as-a-control violations in at least 4 inspections, and consumer advisory violations in multiple inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. An October 8, 2024 routine inspection resulted in an administrative complaint being recommended after 8 violations were found, including improper hand/arm washing and shell stock requirements violations. The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 found 51 violations including 6 high-priority violations related to water supply, shell stock, parasite destruction, time control, consumer advisory, and chemical storage, and resulted in a Warning Issued disposition. A follow-up inspection on March 18, 2026 found no violations and was marked Call Back - Complied.

Most recent closure: July 30, 2021 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
165Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Marion County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 09:26:00

Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2021036795 $400.00 Jul 30, 2021 Miami (Doral)

Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala last inspected?
Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala last shut down?
Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala was last shut down on July 30, 2021 for rodent 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 Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health policy, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala had?
Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala find?
Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala ever been shut down?
Yes, Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala been fined?
Zellas Pizzeria in Ocala has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

Nearby Establishments to Zellas Pizzeria

Poor Inspection Records Near Ocala

Stories You May Have Missed Ocala

This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Zellas Pizzeria. How we collect and verify this data.