Caffe Di Riverwalk
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Caffe Di Riverwalk has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 20, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.
“No copy of latest inspection report available” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Caffe Di Riverwalk scores about where you'd expect for a Sanford restaurant. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
67
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -license expired 4/1/2025
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken over milk in double door reach-in cooler, operator reorganized reach-in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink in rear prep area used to store 1/3 cup measuring cup, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -salt for water softener stored on floor, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Interior of oven and microwave both have an accumulation of grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -reach-in cooler door gaskets soiled on reach-in cooler in front service area
23-03-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -egg cartons
25-32-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -cases of single-service items stored on the floor behind red curtain next to unisex bathroom
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -unisex bathroom **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Blue painter's tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. -ice machine in front service area
14-71-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -utensils in ceramic pot in rear prep area
24-05-4
41
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. -multiple cans of "RAID" stored underneath front counter -can of "RAID" on shelf underneath oven
41-05-4
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. -2% milk, per operator opened more than 24 hours ago lacking date marking, operator dated **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of ice machine has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance -inside of microwaves are lightly soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Emily and Kayla
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -yellow solution spray bottle lacking label, operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -unisex bathroom door
32-04-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. -glassware stored on floor underneath the oven
24-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach-in cooler underneath coffee machine: door gasket torn **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -handwash sink at entrance to front service area has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
23-03-4
39
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -clerk removed gloves after completing task, then replaced gloves without washing hands to begin a different task. Employee was shown the proper procedure.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -cold smoked salmon commercially processed not identified on menu. Menu is a large chalkboard so identification was added by employee **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
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. -employee B **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of brown substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -plastic cups stored on floor **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -in dining area for customer use **Corrected On-Site**
25-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets torn on reach in cooler under espresso machine
14-11-5
52
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. -top shelf over foodstuffs in storage room **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. -Raid **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -reach in cooler, cooler under espresso machine
23-24-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -keys on lanyard **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
55
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Caffe Di Riverwalk last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Caffe Di Riverwalk on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Caffe Di Riverwalk?
Across the inspection record, “no copy of latest inspection report available” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Caffe Di Riverwalk.
How does Caffe Di Riverwalk compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Caffe Di Riverwalk most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sanford average of 77.
Has Caffe Di Riverwalk's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Caffe Di Riverwalk have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Caffe Di Riverwalk means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Caffe Di Riverwalk inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Caffe Di Riverwalk is inspected around two times per year on average.
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