Ricos Pizzeria & Deli
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Ricos Pizzeria & Deli has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 7, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Ricos Pizzeria & Deli's 64 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.Observed dish machine chlorine at 0ppm. Operator able to correct to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on can opener blade. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed ice in hand wash sink at front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli container without handle in bulk cornmeal. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
23-03-4
64
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter hand sink. Employee added. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 spray bottles unlabeled at front counter and kitchen.
41-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed flour scoop handle in flour inside bulk container. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
78
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine at 0 ppm. Manager called for service. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler at front counter, cold holding ham 62F, cut lettuce 58F, shredded cheese 58F, feta 56F. Manager removed to reach in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles in storage area unlabeled.Manager labled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on front counter reach in cooler cutting board.Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Employee added hat. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. **Warning**
23-03-4
58
Sep 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine chlorine at 0 ppm. Operator corrected to 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no breaker on hose next to mixer.
29-34-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust buildup on light fixture over preparation area.
36-34-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.Observed knives at front reach in cooler in cracks. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed utensils in 102F water on stove top. Operator corrected by moving over pilot. Observed 140F **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
61
Apr 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
61
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
70
Feb 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwashing Machine Chlorine at 0ppm. Operator called for service.
22-49-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed glass cleaner in unlabeled spray bottle. Operator corrected by labeling. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
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.Emailed to operator. Operator printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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. Emailed operator plan in English and Spanish. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles cracked in preparation area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil and sauces stored on floor at end of cooks line.
08B-38-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on shared dumpster with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food for salad bar with jewelry.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food pans on storage rack next to Hand wash sink wet nesting.
24-08-4
47
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer and cleaner bottles unlabeled. Manager corrected by labeling. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on slicer guard. Operator corrected by having employee clean. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed last, hotel pans of food in Walkin Freezer not dated or labeled.
02C-02-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked and missing floor tiles in kitchen and preparation areas. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed ketchup and condiments in front of pizza station and oil and hot sauce at end of line on floor. Operator corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle on line. Employee corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed dinner napkins on floor in dry storage area. Manager corrected by removing.
25-05-4
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ricos Pizzeria & Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ricos Pizzeria & Deli on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ricos Pizzeria & Deli?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Ricos Pizzeria & Deli.
How does Ricos Pizzeria & Deli compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Ricos Pizzeria & Deli most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Ricos Pizzeria & Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Ricos Pizzeria & Deli have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ricos Pizzeria & Deli 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 Ricos Pizzeria & Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ricos Pizzeria & Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.
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