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RIZZOLIS

2340 STATE ROAD 580 STE H, Clearwater FL 33763 · 7274423693

Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats44
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6217596
Grade history
MAY 24
JAN 25
MAR 25
DEC 25
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Two live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage areas. Reviewed with manager to keep area dry. Establishment receives regular pest control.
High priority/35A-02-6
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2021030678Feb 24, 2021Aug 11, 2021$200

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Mar 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. Operator is partially cooking chicken wings and sausage with no approved policy. Provided forms HR 5022-101 and 5022-102. VOA email
Intermediate/03C-89-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board across from fryers
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Glass front refrigerator holding deli meat need handles and doors cleans.
Basic/23-24-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys, cell phone and chewing tobacco on upper shelf of cook line containing foods. Operator moved items during inspection to gain compliance.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
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Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing foods removed from the original container not labeled with common name. Operator lsbeled squeeze bottles during inspection
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
The state's own report →
Dec 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting board on main cooks line at time of inspection
Intermediate/22-02-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance on white plastic shield inside ice machine bin at time of inspection.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured. Observed blue carbon dioxide tank stored on front line not secured at time of inspection.
Basic/51-11-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored next to basil I reach in cooler door handles
Basic/08B-49-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottles on cooks line at time of inspection. Operator labeled bottles during inspection.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 31 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority7 Intermediate21 Basic
Show 31 findings ▾
Dented cans of sliced jalapeño peppers, pizza sauce and sliced olives on storage rack in kitchen.See stop sale. Manager segregated cans for return
High priority/01B-01-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored - inhaler stored on cutting board at cook line. Person in charge relocated medicine and cleaned and sanitized area
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Two live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage areas. Reviewed with manager to keep area dry. Establishment receives regular pest control.
High priority/35A-02-6
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - shelves above microwave soiled at cook line. - soiled mixer and bowl in food prep area - grease build up on fryer baskets - soiled can opener on prep table. -employee put can opener in triple sink to clean Reviewed with person in charge
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee filled container with water at hand wash sink in food prep area. Reviewed with person in charge that hand wash sinks are for washing hands only
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink. Employee has quaternary test kit available to test chlorine set up. Reviewed with person in charge
Intermediate/16-32-5
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Reviewed with person in charge
Intermediate/05-08-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta cooked 2 days previously in double glass door cooler with no date mark. Reviewed with person in charge
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink near ice machine, front counter and women's restroom areas. Water run for 2 minutes at 73-75 F. Reviewed with person in charge.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Rusted storage shelves in dishwashing and cook line areas - rusted bottom shelf of table in dishwashing area in poor repair.
Basic/14-11-5
Stored food ( container of bread crumbs ) not covered on storage shelf - Stored pizza slices in walk in cooler not covered. Reviewed with person in charge. Employee covered food
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice chute in self service beverage station. Reviewed with person in charge
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured near ice machine area and front counter area. Reviewed with person in charge Employee secured tanks
Basic/51-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen
Basic/36-34-5
Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers at cook line. Reviewed with person in charge. Employee relocated employee drink
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Coins on cutting board at cook line. Reviewed with manager. Manager relocated coins and cleaned and sanitized cutting board.
Basic/40-06-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Reviewed with person in charge
Basic/13-03-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in kitchen. Reviewed with person in charge
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair near grease trap,
Basic/36-17-5
Food ( container of pizza sauce) stored on floor in walk in cooler. Reviewed with person in charge. Employee relocated pizza sauce
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food ( bread crumbs) not stored with handle above top of food within a container in storage area. Reviewed with person in charge
Basic/10-01-5
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Reviewed with person in charge.
Basic/22-08-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in kitchen
Basic/38-07-4
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels near ice machine and front counter areas. Reviewed with person in charge. Employee put trashcan at hand wash sinks
Basic/33-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in kitchen and storage areas. Reviewed with person in charge
Basic/22-16-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor in front counter area. Reviewed with person in charge
Basic/25-05-4
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Maintenance chargers on shelf next to beer. Reviewed with person in charge of
Basic/42-03-5
Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( bag of onions ) stored with ready-to-eat food ( next to container of granulated garlic ) ion storage rack. Reviewed with the person in charge. Manager rearranged food
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in mop sink area. Reviewed with person in charge
Basic/42-01-4
Jan 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 5 dented can of artichoke hearts.
High priority/01B-01-4
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Stained cutting board on flip top cooler. Discussed with manager.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator filling container with water from handwash sink. Discussed with employee who stopped filling water at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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. Missing for one employee Dani, who has worked at establishment for less than 60 days.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
Stored food not covered. Multiple food items in reach in coolers and reach in freezer not covered. Operator began covering food items.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrective Action Taken
May 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Pizza make area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit May 7, 2024 · Time Extended
May 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese 55f, all cheese moved to stand up three door cooler until walk in is repaired.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened deli ham and deli turkey no date mark.
Intermediate/02C-03-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Souflee cup used for portioning in lemon pepper.
Basic/14-01-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Pizza make area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Jan 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walls in pizza oven area. Floors in cooler storage area.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Jan 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on pizza make table.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Jan 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Meatballs 112f, item put back on stove for reheat.
High priority/03B-01-6
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in pizza area drains into bucket. Hand sink must be operational and connected to drain system.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walls in pizza oven area. Floors in cooler storage area.
Basic/36-34-5
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on pizza make table.
Basic/14-11-5

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.