How many health inspections has BAVARO'S PIZZERIA had?

BAVARO'S PIZZERIA has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has BAVARO'S PIZZERIA ever been shut down?

Yes, BAVARO'S PIZZERIA has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at BAVARO'S PIZZERIA?

The most frequently cited violations at BAVARO'S PIZZERIA are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

FOOD QUALITY HAZARD: Food in poor condition — spoiled, contaminated, mislabeled, or adulterated — can cause foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or poisoning. Spoiled food may contain dangerous levels of histamine (causes scombroid poisoning from fish), Listeria (grows during refrigeration), or toxin-producing molds. Mislabeled food can trigger fatal allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Inspect all food upon delivery and regularly during storage. Reject food that is: spoiled, damaged, at incorrect temperature, past expiration, improperly labeled, or from unverified sources. Date-mark all ready-to-eat TCS foods — use within 7 days if held at 41°F or below. Discard any food of questionable quality.

BAVARO'S PIZZERIA

514 FRANKLIN ST, Tampa, FL 33602

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: PIZZAIOLO BAVARO LLC · License: SEA3916581

BAVARO'S PIZZERIA in Tampa, FL has 27 inspections on record with 201 total violations (7.4 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of March 24, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for BAVARO'S PIZZERIA
Date	Reason	Reopened
Mar 22, 2023	Sewage issue/rodent activity	08:25:00

Inspection History (27)

Mar 24, 2025 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Nov 5, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

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