RICOS PIZZERIA & DELI
1902 BAY RD, Sarasota FL 34239 · 3668988
Last inspected Jan 7, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed at pizza station Sausage 65F, Meatballs 65F. Left on counter for approximately 1 hour. Operator removed to freezer.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
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 dish machine chlorine at 0ppm. Operator able to correct to 100ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on can opener blade. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed ice in hand wash sink at front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli container without handle in bulk cornmeal. Employee removed.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter hand sink. Employee added.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 spray bottles unlabeled at front counter and kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed flour scoop handle in flour inside bulk container. Employee removed.
Feb 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 dish machine at 0 ppm. Manager called for service.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler at front counter, cold holding ham 62F, cut lettuce 58F, shredded cheese 58F, feta 56F. Manager removed to reach in freezer.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles in storage area unlabeled.Manager labled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on front counter reach in cooler cutting board.Employee removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Employee added hat.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Sep 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 dish machine chlorine at 0 ppm. Operator corrected to 50 ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no breaker on hose next to mixer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust buildup on light fixture over preparation area.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.Observed knives at front reach in cooler in cracks. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed utensils in 102F water on stove top. Operator corrected by moving over pilot. Observed 140F
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed at pizza station Sausage 65F, Meatballs 65F. Left on counter for approximately 1 hour. Operator removed to freezer.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on ice machine ice guard. Operator removed.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom.
Food stored on floor.Observed sauces on floor on cook line and Marinara on floor in walkin cooler. Operator removed sauces.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle on cook line.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed ground meat on counter defrosting in standing water. Operator corrected by placing under running water.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.Observed 1 #10 can with approximately 2" dent on bottom including seam. Employee removed from other canned items.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed no handle deli container in corn meal. Operator corrected by removing.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook preparing food on cook line without hair restraint. Employee corrected by wearing hat.
Missing drain plug at dumpstershared with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.