Marco's Pizza 8117

1408 N Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 105, Lutz, FL 33548

Pizza

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Marco's Pizza 8117, the earliest from 2024. On Mar 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

“No paper towels” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Marco's Pizza 8117 scores about where you'd expect for a Lutz restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at hand sink by dish rack

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green color and purple color chemical spray bottles not labeled. Operator labeled it as degreaser and windex **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

41-17-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile water damaged in kitchen

36-32-5

Jul 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: No proof of training **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**

50-09-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On rack next to three compartment sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**

24-08-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**

14-42-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. By mop sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**

36-36-4

May 21, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid in spray bottle by dish area. Manager labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-17-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On rack next to three compartment sink **Warning**

24-08-4

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Warning**

14-42-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**

42-01-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. By mop sink **Warning**

36-36-4

Apr 29, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: 1 employee **Time Extended**

13-03-4

Apr 26, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler main prep station right side Cold holding: breaded chicken 46 f chicken wings 45f Cold holding: Reach in cooler corner of main prep cooler. Cold holding: cut ham 47 f feta cheese 47 f cheese 47 f cut tomatoes 47 f cheese 47 f ambient air temperature less than 4 hours **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By three compartment sink. **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled **Warning**

22-02-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee **Warning**

13-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor. **Warning**

25-05-4

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Onions over pizza sauce walk in cooler **Warning**

08B-17-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marco's Pizza 8117 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marco's Pizza 8117 on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marco's Pizza 8117?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Marco's Pizza 8117.

How does Marco's Pizza 8117 compare to other restaurants in Lutz?

Marco's Pizza 8117 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lutz average of 80.

Has Marco's Pizza 8117's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Marco's Pizza 8117 have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Marco's Pizza 8117 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Marco's Pizza 8117 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Marco's Pizza 8117 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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