Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota
Last inspected:
4045 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria has compiled 180 violations across 22 inspections since 2022, averaging 8.2 violations per inspection—58% higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Employee health policy violations, including failure to report illness and inadequate consumer advisories for undercooked foods, appeared in at least 6 inspections spanning from 2022 through February 2026. Handwashing and food contact surface violations were cited in multiple inspections between 2023 and 2024. The facility received two disciplinary actions totaling $1,520 in fines. Fire safety violations documenting missing portable fire extinguishers were noted on March 6, 2025 and August 18, 2025. The most recent inspection on February 3, 2026 identified 30 violations including two high-priority findings for employee health policy violations and improper cooking temperatures, resulting in an "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,520.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016037565 | $1,200.00 | Jul 20, 2016 | District 10 | |
| 7--2015004022 | $320.00 | Jan 20, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections41 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota last inspected?
- Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota are: Consumer advisory, Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota had?
- Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota find?
- Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria 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 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 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.
- Has Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,520.00 in fines.
- How much has Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota been fined?
- Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota has been fined a total of $1,520.00 across 2 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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