Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa
Last inspected:
8612 Interbay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33616Belle's Pizza Kitchen in Tampa was operating without a valid food permit when inspected in May 2023 and again in June 2025. The facility received a stop-use order on June 11, 2025 after inspectors found two pet dogs in the food processing area, violating food code requirements for live animals on premises. A subsequent inspection on June 12, 2025 documented the facility operating with an expired permit. The May 23, 2025 inspection identified 25 violations including adulterated food (spoiled milk in deli cooler), raw animal foods stored above ready-to-eat items, uncleaned deli slicer equipment with old food buildup, employees entering food preparation areas without handwashing, and cooked foods and deli meats held without date marking for over 24 hours. The establishment was ordered to correct a toilet room door opening directly into the processing area within 90 days or face administrative action. Most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 found no violations and issued a check-back release.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
2.5
violations / inspection
2.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.69
violations / inspection
5.69 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (2)
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa: FDACS Inspection History (8)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 5 inspections
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Focused Inspection· 1 violation· 1 stop-sale order· Operating Without Permit
Comments: Check-Back release issued 06/12/25 for Stop Use Order originally issued 06/11/25.
This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To renew a food permit, visit
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520.
Good Retail Practice Violations
99
Expired Permit - The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit.
500.12(1)(a), F.S., 5K-4.020(5), F.A.C.
This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To obtain a
food permit, contact the business center at 850-245-5520.
A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER All Food Processing/Utensils/Equipment
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and
animals not present.
Disposition: Equipment AND/OR product was removed from service or sale.
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Focused Inspection· 2 violations· 1 stop-sale order· Operating Without Permit
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Visit conducted per Requests #5132997 and #5133642.
This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To renew a food permit, visit
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520.
Stop Use Order issued 06/11/2025. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at
(850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety
Good Retail Practice Violations
6-501.11
Live animal allowed on the premises and exception conditions specified in the
Food Code not met. 6-501.115 Pf
Live pets dogs in the establishment. Stop Use Order issued 06/11/2025.
99
Expired Permit - The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit.
500.12(1)(a), F.S., 5K-4.020(5), F.A.C.
This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To obtain a
food permit, contact the business center at 850-245-5520.
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A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and
animals not present.
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected].
Print Date: 6/11/2025
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When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in
violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the
meaning of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives
notice that such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order
warns all persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use,
or disposal is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed
article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes.
AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT
If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with
Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must
contain:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any).
2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of
pleadings and other papers shall be made.
3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you
must identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the
facts alleged by the department (informal hearing).
4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice.
Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this
Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day
deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by
Florida Law.
HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS
N/A
I, _____________________________________________________
the person in charge of Sal's Bodega LLC hereby waive a notice and a
hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report.
N/A
____________________________________________
(Signature)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document.
(Signature of FDACS Representative)
(Signature of Representative)
SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST
SALVADOR MONTALVO, OWNER
Print Name and Title
FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13
Print Date: 6/11/2025
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Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Attempted to conduct focused inspection for Request #5132997.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· Focused Inspection
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Visit conducted per Request #5132888.
Good Retail Practice Violations
6-501.11
Live animal allowed on the premises and exception conditions specified in the
Food Code not met. 6-501.115 Pf
Kitchen Area: Two pet dogs in processing area. COS: Pet dogs immediately removed from
establishment.
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 25 violations· Operating Without Permit
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Visit conducted per Request #5132193.
This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To renew a food permit, visit
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520.
Air gap diagram, Dishwashing Procedures, and Deli Slicer Maintenance Tips provided.
Firm has 90 days to correct toilet room door opening directly into processing area. Failure to correct violation may result in
Administrative Action.
Risk-Based Violations
Deli Area: Jug of spoiled milk in deli cooler. COS: Milk voluntarily discarded by employee.
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3-302.11(A)(1)
Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from
ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and
vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP
Kitchen Area: Raw shell eggs and raw bacon held on top shelf over ready to eats food in
large silver cooler. COS: Raw animal foods relocated to bottom shelf.
4-501.11
Detergent-sanitizer used to sanitize in a cleaning and sanitizing procedure where
there is no distinct water rinse between the washing and sanitizing, and the agent applied in the sanitizing
step is not the same detergent-sanitizer that is used in the washing step. 4-501.115
Warewashing Area: Observed food employee wash utensils in detergent and sanitizer
mixture then rinse. COS: Utensils properly cleaned and sanitized and proper washing, rinsing, and
sanitizing procedures demonstrated to person in charge.
4-602.11(C)
Equipment food-contact surface or utensil used with time/temperature control for
safety food not cleaned throughout the day at least every 4 hours. Exception criteria for an alternative
cleaning frequency not met. 4-602.11(C) PP
Deli Area: Old food buildup on food contact surfaces of deli slicer. COS: Deli slicer properly
disassembled and cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
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3-501.17(A)
Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and
held for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be
consumed, sold or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day of preparation
not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(A) PfPfRepeat
Deli Area and Kitchen Area: Cooked foods, sliced deli meats, sliced tomatoes, opened
milks, and sauerkraut held in coolers over 24 hours not date marked. COS: Foods properly date marked
and 7-day date marking requirements discussed with person in charge.
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Repeat
COS
2-301.14
Food employee not cleaning hands or exposed portions of arms immediately
before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment or utensils, or
unwrapped single service or single use articles; after touching bare human body parts; after using the
toilet room; after caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; after coughing, sneezing, using
a handkerchief or tissue, using tobacco, eating or drinking; after handling soiled equipment or utensils;
during food preparation as often as necessary to remove soil and prevent cross contamination; before
donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; or after engaging in other activities that
contaminate the hands. 2-301.14 PP
Kitchen Area and Deli Area: Observed employees enter area from retail and begin to work
with food without first washing hands before donning gloves. COS: Employees washed hands when
instructed to do so.
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5-202.12(A)
Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least
100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) PfPf
Deli Area: No hot water at handwashing sink. COS: Person in charge turned on hot water
valve and hot water verified at handwashing sink.
5-205.11
Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee
use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Deli Area: Handwashing sink blocked by garbage can and utensils. COS: Handwashing sink
made accessible.
Good Retail Practice Violations
4-204.11
Temperature measuring device sensor not located to measure the air temperature
or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit or in the coolest
part of a hot food storage unit; cold or hot holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety
food not equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device that is
located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display; or temperature measuring device not designed
to be easily readable. 4-204.112(A), (B) and (D)
Deli Area: No ambient air thermometer in hot holding cabinet.
4-302.12
Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use
in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a
suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the
temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
Retail Area: Establishment does not have a probe thermometer. No temperature violations
observed during inspection.
3-302.12
Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and
unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is
not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12
Kitchen Area: Bulk containers of sugar not labeled with common names. COS: Containers
labeled.
6-501.11
Live animal allowed on the premises and exception conditions specified in the
Food Code not met. 6-501.115 Pf
Kitchen Area: Two pet dogs in processing area. COS: Pet dogs removed from premises.
2-303.11
Food employee wearing jewelry, other than a plain ring such as a wedding band, on
their arm or hand while preparing food. 2-303.11
Kitchen Area and Deli Area: Food employees with wrist watches.
3-304.14(B)
Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces not held between
uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a proper concentration as specified in the Food Code. 3-304.14(B)
(1)
Deli Area: Wet wiping clothes used on food contact surfaces held in undetectable
concentration of chlorine sanitizer. COS: Sanitizer at proper concentration replaced in container. Kitchen
Area: Soiled wet wiping clothes held on counter between uses.
3-304.12(B)
During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil stored in food that is not
time/temperature control for safety food not stored with their handles above the top of the food within
containers or equipment that can be closed. 3-304.12(B)
Kitchen Area: Containers without handles used as scoop in bulk sugar and rice containers.
4-903.11(A)
Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry
location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other
contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or
not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)
Kitchen Area: Forks and spoons not stored inverted. Clean cutting boards stored directly on
floor propped up against shelf.
4-101.19
Nonfood-contact surface of equipment exposed to splash, spillage, or other food
soiling or that requires frequent cleaning not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and
smooth material. 4-101.19
Deli Area: Unsealed plank of wood propping up table under ice maker.
4-501.11
Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not
kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part
of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when
a container is opened. 4-501.11
Kitchen Area: Damaged handles of large silver cooler.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to
preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Kitchen Area: Old food spills on bottom of large silver cooler. Deli Area: Old food on door
tracks and on bottom of display cooler.
5-402.11
Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from
equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
Warewashing Area: No air gap under 3-compartment sink.
5-501.17
Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary
napkins. 5-501.17
Restroom: No covered receptacle in unisex restroom.
6-501.19
Toilet room doors not kept closed except during maintenance and cleaning.
6-501.19
Restroom: Door to toilet room left open. COS: Door closed.
6-501.18
Plumbing fixtures including but not limited to handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals
not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 6-501.18
Deli Area: Black mold-like buildup on basin of handwashing sink.
6-101.11
Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use
are not smooth, durable, or easily cleanable for areas where food operations are conducted; or are
absorbent for areas subject to moisture, or flushing or spray cleaning methods. Carpet for carpeted areas
is not closely woven and easily cleanable. Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings not
designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. 6-101.11 and 6-201.11
Kitchen Area: Floor surface chipping and peeling revealing unsealed cement flooring. Deli
Area: Duct tape on floors.
99
Expired Permit - The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit.
500.12(1)(a), F.S., 5K-4.020(5), F.A.C.
This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To obtain a
food permit, contact the business center at 850-245-5520.
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— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Offsite Focused Visit to conduct assessment for Hurricane Idalia
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Offsite Focused Visit to conduct assessment for Hurricane Idalia
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may
impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (2)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP USE ORDER | All Food Processing/Utensils/Equipment | — | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not pre… | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not pre… |
Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa last inspected?
- Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa had?
- Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa has had 2 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa find?
- Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 6, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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.
- When was Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa last inspected?
- Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on June 12, 2025. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa had?
- Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa has 8 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa find?
- Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa was most recently inspected by FDACS on June 12, 2025 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Focused Inspection).
- Has Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa has 2 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Products include: All Food Processing/Utensils/Equipment.
- What are the most common violations at Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa are: 6-501.11: Live animal allowed on the premises and exception conditions specified in the Food Code not met. 6-501.115 Pf; 2-301.14: Food employee not cleaning hands or exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles; after touching bare human body parts; after using the toilet room; after caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or tissue, using tobacco, eating or drinking; after handling soiled equipment or utensils; during food preparation as often as necessary to remove soil and prevent cross contamination; before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; or after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. 2-301.14 P; 5-202.12(A): Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) Pf.
- Does Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Belle's Pizza Kitchen LLC in Tampa has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 6-501.11: Live animal allowed on the premises and exception conditions specified in the Food Code not met. 6-501.115 Pf.
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