Massimo's in Palm Harbor

Last inspected:

31876 N. Us . Hwy 19, Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Overview

Massimo's in Palm Harbor has been inspected 23 times since 2016 and cited for 133 total violations, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection — slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 6 inspections between 2023 and 2025, including a June 2025 inspection where violations included improper parasite destruction procedures; that inspection resulted in a call back with extension pending. Fire safety violations were documented in 2017 and 2018, involving portable fire extinguisher placement and accessibility. The most recent inspection on March 27, 2026 was completed with no further action after identifying 4 violations, one of which was categorized as high priority.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
133Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Massimo's in Palm Harbor: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 5.8 violations / inspection 5.8 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Massimo's in Palm Harbor: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. On the floor in the kitchen
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-06-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher is inaccessible. For reporting purposes only. Stored on floor in kitchen

Massimo's in Palm Harbor: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections8 violations · 8 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
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 4 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Massimo's in Palm Harbor: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Massimo's in Palm Harbor last inspected?
Massimo's in Palm Harbor was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Massimo's in Palm Harbor?
The most frequently cited violations at Massimo's in Palm Harbor are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Employee health policy.
How many health inspections has Massimo's in Palm Harbor had?
Massimo's in Palm Harbor has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Massimo's in Palm Harbor find?
Massimo's in Palm Harbor was most recently inspected on March 27, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Massimo's in Palm Harbor ever been shut down?
No, Massimo's in Palm Harbor has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
Has Massimo's in Palm Harbor had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Massimo's in Palm Harbor has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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