Ricos Pizza in Sarasota
Last inspected:
322 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 342361321Ricos Pizza in Sarasota has averaged 5.8 violations per inspection across 22 inspections dating to October 2022, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Employee health policy violations, including handwashing procedures and employee health reporting requirements, have been cited in at least 9 of the 22 inspections, representing a persistent pattern of noncompliance with food worker illness and hygiene protocols. A disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on December 10, 2025 documented 12 violations including employee health policy, chemical storage, and time-as-control violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required. An inspection on July 24, 2025 recommended an administrative complaint after 18 violations were documented, including multiple employee health policy and handwashing violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ricos Pizza in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Ricos Pizza in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025059922 | $200.00 | Jul 24, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Ricos Pizza in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Ricos Pizza in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ricos Pizza in Sarasota last inspected?
- Ricos Pizza in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Ricos Pizza in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ricos Pizza in Sarasota are: Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Ricos Pizza in Sarasota had?
- Ricos Pizza in Sarasota has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ricos Pizza in Sarasota find?
- Ricos Pizza in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 10, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ricos Pizza in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Ricos Pizza in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- 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 Ricos Pizza in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ricos Pizza in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Ricos Pizza in Sarasota been fined?
- Ricos Pizza in Sarasota has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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