Pizza King
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
52
Score
Across the available record, Pizza King has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 5, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near seven violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 72, which Pizza King's 52 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
58
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
52
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
47
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -open commercial ham, marked more than 7 days inside walk in cooler, see stop sale.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -open sleeve of ham, marked 1/15
01B-24-5
High Priority - Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
29-37-4
Intermediate - Employee washing dishes washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -mop bucket stored in front of hand sink in back
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Fryer oil
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -surface of extenguishers
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash.
25-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk in cooler floor
36-73-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on top of box of food film near walk in cooler -skateboard leaning up against packaged bottled waters
40-06-5
37
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
95
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
29-37-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -raw marinated chicken 54F, batter 52F from overnight **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pizza sauce 47F on left side of cooler with spoon blocking lid from being closed. Manager corrected, stated pizza sauce from 1 hour prior. Advised to oeep lid closed and monitor line. -sausage crumbles, ham 44-45F inside makeline cooler next to pizza oven, loaded at 11am. -batter 52F, raw chicken 54F from overnight inside cooler near grill. See stop sale. Sliced ham 51F leas than 2 hours, manager moved to functioning cooler. -manager had service technician on site looking at units for repairs/service. Next day callback inspection required to verify cold holding temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -mens restroom, womens restroom
31B-04-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
33-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -spoon handle resting in food inside walk in cooler on shelf inside plastic container
10-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -portion cup used to dispense seasonings
14-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. -chest freezer in extra storage room
14-69-4
Basic - In use equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. -pizza discs
24-26-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top surface of water heater -gaskets inside chest freezer
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in areas of the establishment. -near entry to establishment
36-64-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -paper plates not inverted at end of line -wrapped pizza boxes on floor in hallway
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
37
Feb 7, 2023
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. -premade dough skins with cheese/sauce **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -mop bucket in back blocking access to hand sink
31A-09-4
78
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
95
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sausage crumbles 46F, less than 2 hours. Manager moved to other cooler. Advised to keep lid closed and avoid placing bagged product inside plastic lexan with lid open -feta cheese 44-45F inside walk in cooler near door, manager states door left open for monday morning delivery. Advised to monitor temperatures inside cooler to ensure 41F or below. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -equipment inside hand sink in back
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -sausage crumbles
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -top portion internally of ice machine, some black substance
22-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -single service forks, manager corrected clam shell to go trays, manager covered **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -blade guard behind slicer
23-03-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pizza King last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pizza King on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pizza King?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pizza King.
How does Pizza King compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?
Pizza King most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Daytona Beach average of 72.
Has Pizza King's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pizza King have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pizza King means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Pizza King inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pizza King is inspected around three times per year on average.
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