Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard

840 A1A N Ste 150, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 24, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Single-service articles improperly stored” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Ponte Vedra Beach restaurants, the typical score is 75; Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of flavored syrup in prep area.

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple boxes of to go cups and lids on floor in prep area. **Repeat Violation**

25-05-4

Jun 10, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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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. No reporting form available. Emailed form.

11-26-1

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. No proof of any employee training available. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled Bulk food container. Sugar.

02D-01-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.

13-07-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed single service cups on floor.

25-05-4

May 13, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine tests strips.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No signs at any hand wash stations.

31B-04-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard?

Across the inspection record, “single-service articles improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard.

How does Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard compare to other restaurants in Ponte Vedra Beach?

Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Ponte Vedra Beach average of 75.

Has Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard 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 Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ritas Italian Water Ice and Frozen Custard is inspected around two times per year on average.

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