Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg
Last inspected: February 6, 2026
9385 Bay Pines Blvd Ste a, St. Petersburg, FL 33708
DeRusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed once, on October 2, 2018, for rodent activity. Over 18 inspections from December 2021 to February 2026, the facility accumulated 96 violations, averaging 5.3 per inspection—slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were cited across multiple inspections, including employee health reporting (January 2025), employee health policy (March 2024), proper hand and arm washing (January 2025, August 2024, March 2024), and approved food source violations (recurring across at least five inspections). A $400 disciplinary fine was issued. The most recent inspection on February 6, 2026 documented 15 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: October 2, 2018 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: February 6, 2026
Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg
Last inspected: February 6, 2026
9385 Bay Pines Blvd Ste a, St. Petersburg, FL 33708
DeRusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed once, on October 2, 2018, for rodent activity. Over 18 inspections from December 2021 to February 2026, the facility accumulated 96 violations, averaging 5.3 per inspection—slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were cited across multiple inspections, including employee health reporting (January 2025), employee health policy (March 2024), proper hand and arm washing (January 2025, August 2024, March 2024), and approved food source violations (recurring across at least five inspections). A $400 disciplinary fine was issued. The most recent inspection on February 6, 2026 documented 15 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: October 2, 2018 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: February 6, 2026
Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018054312 | $400.00 | Oct 2, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections24 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg was last shut down on October 2, 2018 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 Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg are: Food contact surfaces, Approved food source, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg had?
- Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg find?
- Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on February 6, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- 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 Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Derusso's Pizzeria in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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