Riverwalk Pizzeria
Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025
50
Score
Across the available record, Riverwalk Pizzeria has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 22, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately and about 12 violations before that.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Sanford average 77, so Riverwalk Pizzeria trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
5
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
50
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
47
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-27: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
95
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shrimp stored next to stuffed pizza in lower portion of reach-in cooler, operator reorganized reach-in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pizza reach-in cooler: sliced meatballs 37-47F, per employee less than 1 hour overfilled, employee relocated excess to lower portion of reach-in cooler to rapidly cool **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. -handwash sink removed from ice machine area **Warning**
31A-04-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment, operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. -lower portion of "Sub Side" reach-in cooler, operator relocated to front **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -large stainless steel pots, operator inverted **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning, employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
47
Jul 10, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
37
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -togo bags used for garlic knot reheating in alto sham **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -drain cleaner over canned goods **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -soda machine nozzles at front counter soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -rear handwashing sink **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -front handwashing sink and by back door **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -box oil on floor **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -oven door on cook line **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Corrected On-Site**
51-18-6
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear exit door by bar **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. -rear handwashing sink with some water running on to floor. Manager has called plumber. Plumber is currently onsite. Two other operative hand sinks are in kitchen area **Corrected On-Site**
29-19-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -next to front handwashing sink
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -in kitchen area near 3 compartment sink
36-34-5
33
Aug 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
45
Dec 27, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Marinara sauce date marked 12/19/2022.
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by garbage can. Cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Souffle cup used as a scoop.
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bowls dish wash area.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door by restrooms.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Pizza make table. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Rust on shelves, dish wash area.
23-03-4
32
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 12 minor violations.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Marinara sauce dated 07/31/2022.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Marinara sauce.
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink by ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink by ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door by restrooms.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dishwasher racks. Walk in cooler gasket, beer.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar and salt. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Riverwalk Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Riverwalk Pizzeria on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Riverwalk Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Riverwalk Pizzeria.
How does Riverwalk Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Riverwalk Pizzeria most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.
Has Riverwalk Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Riverwalk Pizzeria have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Riverwalk Pizzeria 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.
How often is Riverwalk Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Riverwalk Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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