Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine

Last inspected:

4010 Us 1 South Ste 113-115, Saint Augustine, FL 32086
Overview

Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine has accumulated 204 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 7 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Recent enforcement patterns show an escalating trend: December 2025 inspections recommended an emergency order, followed by a callback extension, with the most recent February 2026 inspection documenting 13 violations including 4 high-priority citations. Top recurring violations involve food contact surfaces, utensil cleanliness, and consumer advisory failures.

Most recent closure: August 18, 2026 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

38Inspections
218Violations
2Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages

This Facility 5.7 violations / inspection 5.7 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg 4.96 violations / inspection 4.96 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
St. Johns County Avg 0.22 closures / facility 0.22 county average

Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 16:32:00
Roach activity 10:04:00

Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2026011579 $400.00 Dec 15, 2025 Fort Lauderdale

Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)

— 10 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections22 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority

Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine under active enforcement?
Records show 5 emergency order inspections between August 18, 2026 and August 21, 2026. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine last inspected?
Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine last shut down?
Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine was last shut down on August 18, 2026 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine?
The most frequently cited violations at Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine had?
Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine find?
Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on September 2, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
Yes, Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine been fined?
Romano's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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