Riviera Mediterranean Grille
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Riviera Mediterranean Grille has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Riviera Mediterranean Grille was last inspected on Feb 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.
Restaurants in Bradenton average 83, so Riviera Mediterranean Grille is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
95
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 ceiling tiles over back door missing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent over side door in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters dripping accumulated grease down the wall behind the cooking equipment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hat water at hand washing sink or 3 compartment sink. Operator stated hot water heater is down and will be replaced tomorrow. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed the hand washing sink in the kitchen without paper towels or soap. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 ceiling tiles over back door missing. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent over side door in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters dripping accumulated grease down the wall behind the cooking equipment. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing in the sink and not under refrigeration. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
61
Oct 24, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 16, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for sanitizer buckets and three compartment sink.
16-37-1
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.
11-26-1
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment in the kitchen soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. 2x1 foot hole in the wall behind the chest freezer in the kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves under the preparation tables in the kitchen soiled. Baker carts soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen.
35B-03-4
50
Dec 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed cook on cook line plate lettuce and pita bread with bare hands. The importance of following proper protocol with this violation was discussed with the operator.
09-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with an accumulation of food debris and grease.
23-03-4
82
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of grease and food debris on hood filters. Operator stated cleaning is scheduled for next month.
23-03-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Riviera Mediterranean Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Riviera Mediterranean Grille on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
How does Riviera Mediterranean Grille compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Riviera Mediterranean Grille most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Riviera Mediterranean Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Riviera Mediterranean Grille have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Riviera Mediterranean Grille 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 Riviera Mediterranean Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Riviera Mediterranean Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.
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