Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
45
Score
Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 3, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting”, which has been cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria's 45 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
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
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
45
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed 1 floor tile cracked in dry storage shelf.
36-17-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shields missing above triple sink, rear walk in cooler, and dry storage shelf. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
90
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
74
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black substance on 2 vents in dishwasher area.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic drink cups at beverage station. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.Observed condensation on dishwasher area vent over clean dishes.
36-63-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on pad and lids open. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Did not observe ambient thermometer in walk in cooler. Outside thermometer not functioning.
05-09-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked frozen sausage in walk in freezer not covered. Manager had corrected by covering. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ground pork defrosting in pan under preparation table.
06-01-5
67
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
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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 chlorine at dishwashing machine 0 ppm. Noticed tube not in container all the way. Rechecked at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.Observed 4 lbs. bow tie pasta marked 2/6/24 ,manager discarded. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic drink cups wet nesting by soda service area.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed walkin cooler thermometer at door not working.
14-11-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on pad and lids open on dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in walkin freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed calamari in sink in water defrosting. Cook placed in tub and turned on water to defrost. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed walkin cooler fan covers with dust buildup.
36-50-4
55
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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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. Observed sliced cooked sausage in Walkin Cooler dated 7/21/23. Manager discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed I Reachin Cooler on cook line Cold Holding Pasta 46F, 51F; Beans 49F, Cooked Vegetables 48F, Sausage 49F, Sliced Cheese 50F. Observed in Walkin Cooler Cold Holding Pasta 47F, Sliced Cheese 48F, Sausage 46F. Manager had employee ice products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.Observed approximately 4 lbs. sliced cooked Sausage in Walkin Cooler dated 7/21/23. Manager discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed food debris on slicer blade guard. Employee corrected by cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
58
Dec 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed meatballs in Walkin Cooler in cardboard lid.
14-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked sausage links in Walkin Freezer not covered. Chef corrected by covering. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
90
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at hose Bibb splitter with hose attached. Educated Manager about protocol. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink substance inside ice machine chute bar in bin. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior top of Dishwashing Machine with debris. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white sandwich cutting board on top of Reachin Cooler at end of cook line with marks.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in Walkin Cooler , onions and Sausage in bins as well as Bread case in Walkin Freezer stored on the floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open in shared dumpster with plaza.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed aluminum foil pan not inverted. Corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed Walkin Cooler with dust buildup on the fan covers.
36-50-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple bulk containers without label on crumbs, flour. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria.
How does Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria 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 Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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