Marco's Pizza in Venice

Last inspected:

735 Shamrock Blvd, Venice, FL 34293

Part of: Marcos Pizza Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Marco's Pizza in Venice was emergency-closed on July 25, 2022 for fly activity and cited with 10 violations including high-priority violations for toxic substance control and allergen awareness. The facility has accumulated 69 violations across 17 inspections since 2022, averaging 4.1 per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2. Two disciplinary actions resulted in $720 in combined fines. Recent compliance improved markedly: the facility passed inspections on October 29, 2024 and September 29, 2025 with no violations cited, though intermediate-level violations for food condition and food contact surfaces were found in August 2024. The most recent inspection on September 29, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: July 25, 2022 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

17Inspections
69Violations
1Closures
$720in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Marco's Pizza in Venice: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 4.1 violations / inspection 4.1 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Marco's Pizza in Venice: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Marco's Pizza in Venice
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 16:30:00

Marco's Pizza in Venice: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $720.00

Disciplinary action history for Marco's Pizza in Venice
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2022036097 $400.00 Jul 25, 2022 Miami (Doral)
7--2015036970 $320.00 Aug 12, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

Marco's Pizza in Venice: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections16 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

Marco's Pizza in Venice: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marco's Pizza in Venice last inspected?
Marco's Pizza in Venice was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Marco's Pizza in Venice last shut down?
Marco's Pizza in Venice was last shut down on July 25, 2022 for fly 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 Marco's Pizza in Venice?
The most frequently cited violations at Marco's Pizza in Venice are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Marco's Pizza in Venice had?
Marco's Pizza in Venice has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Marco's Pizza in Venice find?
Marco's Pizza in Venice was most recently inspected on September 29, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Marco's Pizza in Venice ever been shut down?
Yes, Marco's Pizza in Venice has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Marco's Pizza in Venice faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Marco's Pizza in Venice has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $720.00 in fines.
How much has Marco's Pizza in Venice been fined?
Marco's Pizza in Venice has been fined a total of $720.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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