Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota

Last inspected:

4045 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233
Overview

Valentino 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.

22Inspections
180Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$1,520in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 8.2 violations / inspection 8.2 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $1,520.00

Disciplinary action history for Valentino Pizzeria Trattoria in Sarasota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement 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

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher on floor next to mop sink.

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
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 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
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections41 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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

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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