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RICCARDOS

1950 THOMASVILLE RD SUTE G-H, Tallahassee FL 32303 · 850-386-3988

Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats82
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4703688
Grade history
JUN 24
NOV 24
JUN 25
DEC 25
MAY 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 14 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
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.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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.
Intermediate/53B-05-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Basic/24-18-4
Jan 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 11, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
High temp DM wash not at proper temp. Temp reading 120f.
Intermediate/16-54-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 11, 2025 · Dishwasher hasn't been repaired yet. Observed operator utilizing three compartment for sanitizing upon arrival. Informed operator to continue use until dish machine repaired. Time Extended
Dec 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Build up on can opener.
Intermediate/22-02-4
High temp DM wash not at proper temp. Temp reading 120f.
Intermediate/16-54-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Jun 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At hand wash sink
Basic/29-09-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator placed in Sanitizing bucket
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken
Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust above salad make table.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
In-use ice scoop stored in soiled holster next to soda machine. Manager began cleaning holster during inspection.
Basic/10-12-5/Corrective Action Taken
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed clean forks stored upright at bar area.
Basic/24-18-4
Jun 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards heavily soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near wait station.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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.
Intermediate/27-16-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent soiled in ware washing area.
Basic/36-34-5
Food stored on floor. Pizza sauce stored on floor in dry storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in between pans at make bar next to hot well.
Basic/10-17-4
Multiple Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Food containers stored on floor at entry of dry storage area.
Basic/25-05-4
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use at prep table.
Basic/21-10-4
Stored food not covered. Chicken breast stored in upright cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind dish machine.
Basic/36-27-5
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Residue on underside of large mixer head.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Residue build up on inside of dish machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handle area soiled on upright 2 door cooler.
Basic/23-03-4

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