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Famoso Pizzeria & Bar

105-3030 Pandosy St Kelowna BC V1Y 1W2 · Restaurant - Food Service

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Details

Google rating
4.3 / 5 (8)

Opening hours

  • Friday11:30 AM–10 PM
  • Monday11:30 AM–9 PM
  • Saturday11:30 AM–10 PM
  • Sunday11:30 AM–9 PM
  • Thursday11:30 AM–9 PM
  • Tuesday11:30 AM–9 PM
  • Wednesday11:30 AM–9 PM

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Inspection summary

Famoso Pizzeria & Bar has been inspected 5 times by Interior Health Authority since May 14, 2018. The most recent inspection, on August 26, 2025, found no infractions.

1 of 5 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Protecting food from contamination and Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 30, 2024. For example: 3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 20, 2021. For example: 7 Are foods protected from contamination?

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded once on September 20, 2021. For example: 2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded once on May 14, 2018. For example: 5 Has the operator taken steps to ensure employees are using adequate hygiene measures to prevent contamination of food?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on May 14, 2018. For example: 1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?

About this data

These results come from Interior Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

5 inspections

  1. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F2.3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?
      • Observation(s): - chemical dishwasher had no detectable chlorine bleach present after multiple tries. Staff were able to fix within a few hours.
  3. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F2.3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?
      • Observation(s): Three ice cream scoops were stored in a dipper well with water temperature of 16C. Staffs were instructed to run the scoops through a dishwasher at least every 2-4 hours and replace the water in the dipper well. Please note that ice cream scoops come in contact with potentially hazardous food (dairy product), therefore must be cleaned and sanitized as the same frequency as other food contact surfaces (2-4 hours).
  4. Monitoring

    2 infractions

    • F1.2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?
      • Observation(s): Two line coolers by a pizza grill and across stoves were measured to be 6-7C and 8-10C, respectively. Nine portions of lasagna, sliced sausages, heavy cream, and cream-based sauces were voluntarily discarded by the operator.
      • F1.2B Potentially hazardous foods must be stored or displayed at a temperature of 4 °C (40 °F) or colder.
    • F1.7 Are foods protected from contamination?
      • Observation(s): Accumulation of biofilms and mould observed in an ice machine.
      • F1.7D Food contact surfaces must be washed and sanitized to prevent cross contamination.
  5. Monitoring

    3 infractions

    • F1.5 Has the operator taken steps to ensure employees are using adequate hygiene measures to prevent contamination of food?
      • Observation(s): Remind staff to wash hands when changing gloves. Long hair must be restrained.
      • F1.5A Employees must wash their hands as often as necessary to prevent the contamination of food.
      • F1.5B Employees must exhibit cleanliness and good personal hygiene.
    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
      • Observation(s): Obtain test strips from the chemical supplier.
      • F2.1A Sanitizer test strips must be available for each chemical sanitizer used at the premises.
    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): F2.5A- Cutting board shows discoloration; Remove cutting boards from the prep coolers and bleach overnight in the sink. F2.5B- A more thorough cleaning under hard to reach areas are needed, including the dish pit area. F2.5C- Set up sani-buckets in prep areas prior to starting prep for the day, refresh solution every 2-3 hours.
      • F2.5A All equipment, utensils and food contact surfaces used on the premises must be kept in good working order to ensure the sanitary handling of food.
      • F2.5B The premises must be properly constructed and maintained in good, clean and sanitary condition.
      • F2.5C Wiping cloths must be maintained and stored in a sanitary manner.

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Reviews

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  • Shane P

    Famoso Neapolitan Pizza had a nice, quiet atmosphere that made it easy to relax and enjoy the meal. The service stood out — our server was attentive, friendly, and always there whenever we needed anything. The pizza tasted good and had great flavour, though I would have liked it cooked a little more for a bit more texture on the crust. Overall, it was a good experience.

  • Tiara

    Tried Famoso for the first time during happy hour. It's a great way to try a place as you get to order quite a few items at a lower cost. Tried their house lager, Mediterranean flatbread, prosciutto cheese balls, salami pizza and 4 cheese pizza. Prosciutto balls were a hit, loved them. Spicy Salami pizza was also good but didn't like Mediterranean bread at all. It lacked cheese and overall taste and the server was kind enough to get that off the bill. Cheese pizza was also ok, not something I would recommend or reorder. Beer was at a fantastic price of $4. Rates are better overall. It's a 3.5 stars ⭐ from me considering the food. So overall a good experience and loved the ambience plus the service was great 👍🏻 Staff is really nice and friendly so will try visiting this place again.

  • Cynthia Smit

    I had the lunch special of Fettuccine a few weeks ago and I was very disappointed (I should have ordered pizza in a pizza place). It honestly did not taste like anything, no parmesan flavor, no garlic, no nothing. The noodles were over cooked to the point of being soggy. I did not mention this to our server as it seemed like she had other things to do besides wait on our group, even though the restaurant was almost empty. I did although write a long letter to the manager explaining my disappointment with my experience and invited them to connect with me to discuss. No reply, first and last time for this restaurant...should have stayed with my favorite restaurant across the street...Chutney never disappoints.

  • CJ Punkinotis

    Absolutely delicious! Friendly staff and great menu. Food was delivered very quickly, even though we were a group of over 10 people. The food itself is well presented, with ingredients well thought out. The pizzas are more classically italian, with highly palatable combinations of toppings. For exmple, one of the pizzas we enjoyed was the Cavoletti, with prosciutto, brussel sprouts, walnuts and dates, topped with gorgonzola cheese and a light drizzle of honey. Relaxing atmosphere, very clean and comfortable. There's a gelato bar for desert, and an open area up front where customers can view dough being tossed & prepared. Dough is provided for children to play with, which is a nice change from the usual colouring.

  • Angel L

    My partner and I have different pizza preferences and Famoso was a crowd pleaser. It's a great in between of thick and thin crust. The toppings were ample and it's fun to watch the pizza get tossed fresh. The servers are all nice and sweet, they make the experience nice as well. Great spot for dine in pizza that the whole family will like but also great for date night.

  • Shane P

    Famoso Neapolitan Pizza had a nice, quiet atmosphere that made it easy to relax and enjoy the meal. The service stood out — our server was attentive, friendly, and always there whenever we needed anything. …

  • Tiara

    Tried Famoso for the first time during happy hour. It's a great way to try a place as you get to order quite a few items at a lower cost. Tried their house lager, Mediterranean flatbread, prosciutto cheese balls, salami pizza and 4 cheese …

  • Cynthia Smit

    I had the lunch special of Fettuccine a few weeks ago and I was very disappointed (I should have ordered pizza in a pizza place). It honestly did not taste like anything, no parmesan flavor, no garlic, no nothing. The noodles were over …

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