RIKO'S PIZZA
560 N US HWY, Tequesta FL 33469 · 561-510-6211
Last inspected Jun 17, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Emailed and printed
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025063134 | Jul 29, 2025 | Sep 29, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Cooked and breaded eggplant date marked 5.29.26 in pizza prep cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Stainless cover on top of hand sink in pizza prep are. Operator removed cover.
Handwash sink used as dump sink other than handwashing at bar. Operator removed straws, ice cubes and lemon wedges from sink.
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw chicken to ready-to-eat cheese without washing hands. Cook went to wash his hands.
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. 1 employee hired 2 weeks ago. Emailed form. Operator printed form and employee read and signed form.
Employee personal cell phone stored on prep table in a food preparation area. Employee removed phone.
Jul 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cooked eggplant 7/6; Roasted peppers made 7/16 observed in flip top cooler by pizza oven. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. walk in cooler: hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, held in cooler overnight. Observed in walk in cooler in the area that previously operated as a freezer. Door to the freezer is no longer attached and is now an extension to the cooler. Advised operator to install door on what was previously the freezer and or not to store tcs foods in what was previously the freezer. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. walk in cooler: hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, held in cooler overnight. Observed in walk in cooler in the area that previously operated as a freezer. Door to the freezer is no longer attached and is now an extension to the cooler. Advised operator to install door on what was previously the freezer and or not to store tcs foods in what was previously the freezer. See stop sale. flip top by triple sink: chicken wings (44-47F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Advised operator to place in reach in freezer to quick chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hydrogen peroxide and antiseptic spray stored over prep table and dough sheeter. Operator stored chemicals properly.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bowls and plates not inverted at dish rack by triple sink.
Stored food not covered. Pizza sauce at pizza saucer machine not covered.
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Raw Ground sausage and raw pork over cooked peppers at reach in cooler. Operator stored properly Raw shell eggs over bottled water and cheesecake at clear glass reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler: mozzarella cheese (44F-47F - Cold Holding); flip top cooler: sliced ham (46F - Cold Holding) Per operator not prepared or portioned today. Per operator held in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler: mozzarella cheese (44F-47F - Cold Holding); flip top cooler: sliced ham (46F - Cold Holding) Per operator not prepared or portioned today. Per operator held in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel polish over flip top cooler in kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink with strainer basket and ice in sink. Operator removed basket and ice.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at flip top cooler in kitchen.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet outside.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dough machine set up on top of sink. Operator removed machine.
Spray bottle containing bleach not labeled in dish area. Operator labeled.
Oct 30, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Employee touched basil with bare hands; herb used as garnish on cooked pizza; Educated employee; employee washed hands
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. Emailed and printed
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Food stored on floor- ice bath with pizza sauce stored on the floor in the kitchen Operator stored properly
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.