Riverview Pitas Republic

13145 Us 301 Hwy S, Riverview, FL 33578

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Apr 5, 2023

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Riverview Pitas Republic. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 5, 2023. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. Note that Riverview Pitas Republic's inspection history hasn't been updated since Apr 5, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 15 violations each, up from closer to seven violations before.

“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Riverview restaurant, which scores around 69. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 5, 2023

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 10 minor violations.

View 15 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Containers on handwash sink next to mop sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed operator use handwash sink to rinse knife.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For Quaternary ammonia.

16-37-1

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice cooked yesterday not date marked in reach in cooler.

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwash sink next to oven temped 80 F ran approximately 2 minutes.

27-16-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwash sink next to oven. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic forks stored on floor under Uber eats pick up area.

25-05-4

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwash sink next to mop sink have slow drain. **Repeat Violation**

29-20-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Card board on dry storage shelves. **Repeat Violation**

14-45-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food is on shelf with seasoning. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys on dry storage shelf with smoothie mixes.

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Water on floor across from office. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Dec 27, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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. **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket of handwash sink and mop bucket blocking it. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Card board on shelves in dry storage. **Warning**

14-45-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes of fruit blends on floor next to reach in cooler. Cases of water bottles on floor next to chest freezer. **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwash sink across from reach in cooler. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow drain at handwash sink next to mop sink. **Warning**

29-20-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**

42-01-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Riverview Pitas Republic last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Riverview Pitas Republic on file is from Apr 5, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Riverview Pitas Republic?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Riverview Pitas Republic.

How does Riverview Pitas Republic compare to other restaurants in Riverview?

Riverview Pitas Republic most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Riverview average of 69.

Has Riverview Pitas Republic's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Riverview Pitas Republic have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Riverview Pitas Republic 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.

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