How many health inspections has RIZO'S CUISINE had?

RIZO'S CUISINE has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has RIZO'S CUISINE ever been shut down?

Yes, RIZO'S CUISINE has been shut down 5 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at RIZO'S CUISINE?

The most frequently cited violations at RIZO'S CUISINE are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

RIZO'S CUISINE

2745 E BAY DR, Largo, FL 33771

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: RIZO'S CUISINE LLC · License: SEA6215531

RIZO'S CUISINE in Largo, FL has 24 inspections on record with 227 total violations (9.5 per inspection) and 5 emergency closures.

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Data current as of July 30, 2024

Emergency Closures (5)

Emergency closure history for RIZO'S CUISINE
Date	Reason	Reopened
Nov 16, 2022	Rodent activity	15:58:00
Apr 7, 2022	Rodent activity	09:02:00
Jan 10, 2022	Rodent activity	09:05:00
Nov 9, 2021	Rodent activity	09:21:00
Jun 29, 2017	Rodent activity	09:08:00

Inspection History (24)

Jul 30, 2024 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Emergency Closures (5)

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