Ferro Pizzeria

8146 N University Dr, Tamarac, FL 33321 · Permanent Food Service · License 1608176

Official report

out of 100

Grade F

Safety score 46 of 100

Latest visit: Oct 15, 2026 (3 weeks ago)

What drove the grade

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135°F.High priority, repeat · 13 other violations

How the score was calculated

Starting score100
Violations at the Oct 15 routine inspection
3 high priority (2 fixed on the spot, 2 repeats), 2 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 9 basic (4 repeats); basic violations cost 12 at most
-34
Administrative complaint on Oct 15
Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed
-20
Safety score46

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Inspection history

1 inspection · 1 visit

Oct152026

Routine inspection

14 violations found

First visitOct 15, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
14 violations found:
- 3 High priority
- 2 Intermediate
- 9 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority3
- Code 03, Food out of temperature: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41°F.
  Observed garlic in oil cold held at 60°F at wait station. Per operator, item transfer to location 1 hour prior to the inspection. Operator placed item on ice pack for quick chill.
  Fixed on the spotRepeat violationAdministrative complaint
  Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135°F.
  Observed meatballs hot held at 108°F in steam table. Per operator, item reheat on stove top and transfer to steam table 45 minutes before the inspection. Operator reheat meatballs to 181°F.
  Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Displayed food not properly protected from contamination.
  Observed containers with food items stored next to handwashing sink. Operator removed.
  Fixed on the spot
Intermediate2
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
  Observed accumulation or old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
  Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  Observed utensils stored inside handwashing sink at cook line. Operator removed utensils from sink.
  Fixed on the spot
Basic9
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.
  -Observed container with cooking oil stored on floor in dishwashing area.
  Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
  Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
  Observed employees drinks stored in refrigerator not segregated from restaurant foods.
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.
  Observed sanitizer bucket stored on food preparation table next to food items. Operator removed and stored properly.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  -Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup inside ice machine.
  Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
- Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
  Observed accumulation of brown like substances buildup on can opener holster
- Code 25, Single-service items: Single-service articles improperly stored.
  Observed case with takeout plates stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed
  Fixed on the spotRepeat violationAdministrative complaint
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at cookline.
- Code 38, Lighting: Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
  Observed light shield missing in dry storage area.
  Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
- Code 42, Premises and cleaning equipment: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Terms in the inspectors’ reports

Time/temperature control for safety food: Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.
Food-contact surface: Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.
Nonfood-contact surface: Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.