Ragu in Palmetto
Last inspected:
336 8 Ave W, Palmetto, FL 34221RAGU in Palmetto has recorded 19 inspections since 2023 with 81 total violations, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 6 of the last 8 inspections, with handwashing and employee health violations appearing repeatedly: handwashing facilities or proper hand-washing technique was cited in 5 of the last 8 inspections, and employee health reporting violations were documented in 3 of the last 4 inspections. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. A fire safety violation was noted on the most recent inspection on February 26, 2026, when an inspector observed the right side fire exit door locked. The most recent inspection on February 26, 2026 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation due to 18 violations, including high-priority violations for employee health reporting, allergen awareness, time as control, and handwashing facilities.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ragu in Palmetto: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Ragu in Palmetto: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Ragu in Palmetto: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ragu in Palmetto: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ragu in Palmetto last inspected?
- Ragu in Palmetto was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 26, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Ragu in Palmetto?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ragu in Palmetto are: Waste properly disposed, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Ragu in Palmetto had?
- Ragu in Palmetto has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ragu in Palmetto find?
- Ragu in Palmetto was most recently inspected on February 26, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Ragu in Palmetto ever been shut down?
- No, Ragu in Palmetto has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Ragu in Palmetto had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Ragu in Palmetto has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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