RICCARDOS
1950 THOMASVILLE RD SUTE G-H, Tallahassee FL 32303 · 850-386-3988
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
5 inspections trending up, 14 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter: iced butter 48F, per operator less than 1 hour. Discussed Time as a Public Health Control with operator and provided form. Operator added larger pan of ice for better cooling.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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High temp DM wash not at proper temp. Temp reading 120f.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Build up on can opener.
High temp DM wash not at proper temp. Temp reading 120f.
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. Provided operator with document.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At hand wash sink
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator placed in Sanitizing bucket
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed angelhair 46F at 12:15, cooling since 12:00, down to 46F at 1:00 and salad 57F at 12:15, cooling since 11:45, down to 56F at 12:55. Food items cooling covered in dense containers. Manager uncovered food items during inspection. Discussed approved cooling methods with operator during inspection.
Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust above salad make table.
In-use ice scoop stored in soiled holster next to soda machine. Manager began cleaning holster during inspection.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed clean forks stored upright at bar area.
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards heavily soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near wait station.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Sink in kitchen water turned off due to a drip. Owner turned water back on. Hot water 87F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent soiled in ware washing area.
Food stored on floor. Pizza sauce stored on floor in dry storage area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in between pans at make bar next to hot well.
Multiple Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Food containers stored on floor at entry of dry storage area.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use at prep table.
Stored food not covered. Chicken breast stored in upright cooler not covered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind dish machine.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter: iced butter 48F, per operator less than 1 hour. Discussed Time as a Public Health Control with operator and provided form. Operator added larger pan of ice for better cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Residue on underside of large mixer head.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Residue build up on inside of dish machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handle area soiled on upright 2 door cooler.
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