RICOS PIZZERIA AND PASTA HOUSE

Name: RICOS PIZZERIA AND PASTA HOUSE
Address: 5408 26 ST W, BRADENTON, FL, 34207, US
Rating: 76

5408 26 ST W, BRADENTON, FL 34207

License #5101806

🍕 Pizza/Italian ℹ️

76 Grade C / 100

Mixed Health Record

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Latest inspection

September 21, 2026 · 4 findings · 1 critical

Routine - Food

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RICOS PIZZERIA AND PASTA HOUSE in BRADENTON currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 76 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has been inspected 7 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 21, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 27 total violations — 8 critical, 6 major, 13 minor.

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April 21, 2025

The latest inspection on September 21, 2026 shows 4 observation rows: 1 critical, 0 major, and 3 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooks line cooked wings (61F - Cold Holding)Person in charge stated it had been out for approximately 30 minutes and placed in reach in cooler.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Person in charge put on hat and washed hands.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk-in cooler shelves with rust.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-02-4] Observed: Can opener soiled with food debris, mold-like substance.
[50-08-7] Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Change of ownership.
[16-37-1] Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[53B-01-5] Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[23-03-4] Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.
[08A-05-6] Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chopped beef steak over cooked chicken. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed beef.
[02C-01-5] Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in reach in cooler on cooks line cooked pasta date marked 1/9/25. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
[41-17-4] Observed: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Person in charge stated it is degreeserand labor accordingly.
[01B-13-4] Observed: Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in reach in cooler on cooks line cooked pasta date marked 1/9/25. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
[01B-02-5] Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler cook peppers (48F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it had been placed in the reach in cooler on 1/16/25. Educated Person in charge on Time/ temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discharged.
[03A-02-5] Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler cook peppers (48F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it had been placed in the reach in cooler on 1/16/25. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discharged.