Rizzolis in Clearwater
Last inspected:
2340 State Road 580 Ste H, Clearwater, FL 33763Rizzoli's in Clearwater has received 30 inspections since January 2022, documenting 187 violations—an average of 6.2 per inspection, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Employee health policy violations, including failure to report illness and improper health documentation, appeared in at least 8 inspections across the record. Chemical storage violations, handwashing violations, and consumer advisory failures were also recurring findings. A March 2025 complaint-based inspection identified 22 violations including three high-priority violations for management awareness, correct procedures, and allergen awareness. The facility received a formal warning in May 2024 and January 2024 callback notices addressing employee health policy and food contact surface violations. One disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on March 19, 2026 found 15 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Rizzolis in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Rizzolis in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021030678 | $200.00 | Feb 24, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Rizzolis in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 22 violations (13 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections29 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Rizzolis in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rizzolis in Clearwater last inspected?
- Rizzolis in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Rizzolis in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rizzolis in Clearwater are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Correct procedures.
- How many health inspections has Rizzolis in Clearwater had?
- Rizzolis in Clearwater has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rizzolis in Clearwater find?
- Rizzolis in Clearwater was most recently inspected on July 20, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rizzolis in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Rizzolis in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Rizzolis in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rizzolis in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Rizzolis in Clearwater been fined?
- Rizzolis in Clearwater has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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