Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole
Last inspected:
7700 Starkey Rd, Seminole, FL 33777Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole has recorded 25 inspections since 2023 with 320 total violations, averaging 12.8 violations per inspection—more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in nearly every inspection, with recurring findings in employee health reporting, chemical storage, toxic substance control, allergen awareness, and consumer advisory requirements. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 found 30 violations including high-priority deficiencies in employee health reporting, chemical storage, and handwashing facilities; the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections40 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 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· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole last inspected?
- Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole had?
- Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole find?
- Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole ever been shut down?
- No, Fortunato's Italian Pizzeria in Seminole has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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.
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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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