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VALENTINO PIZZERIA TRATTORIA

VALENTINO PIZZERIA TRATTORIA located in SARASOTA has undergone 6 health department inspections, achieving a 3.0/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Clark Road
Florida, 34233
Sarasota County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 8/18/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10878551

  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed 1 floor tile cracked in dry storage shelf.
  • 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shields missing above triple sink, rear walk in cooler, and dry storage shelf. Repeat Violation
  • 45-05-4: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

Inspection Date: 3/6/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8874694

  • 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in dry storage area without shield.
  • 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 3 containers of pasta marked 2/27/25 stored in walk in cooler . Manager discarded. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on slicer blade guard and can opener blade. Manager had employee clean during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 45-05-4:Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher on floor next to mop sink.

Inspection Date: 8/28/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8725287

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black substance on 2 vents in dishwasher area.
  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of plastic drink cups at beverage station. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation
  • 36-63-4:Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.Observed condensation on dishwasher area vent over clean dishes.
  • 33-19-4:Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on pad and lids open. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation
  • 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Did not observe ambient thermometer in walk in cooler. Outside thermometer not functioning.
  • 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked frozen sausage in walk in freezer not covered. Manager had corrected by covering. Corrected On-Site
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ground pork defrosting in pan under preparation table.

Inspection Date: 2/13/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8463333

  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic drink cups wet nesting by soda service area.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed walkin cooler thermometer at door not working.
  • 33-19-4:Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on pad and lids open on dumpster.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in walkin freezer
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed calamari in sink in water defrosting. Cook placed in tub and turned on water to defrost. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed walkin cooler fan covers with dust buildup.
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.Observed chlorine at dishwashing machine 0 ppm. Noticed tube not in container all the way. Rechecked at 100ppm. Corrected On-Site
  • 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.Observed 4 lbs. bow tie pasta marked 2/6/24 ,manager discarded. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Inspection Date: 8/4/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8463198

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 8/3/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8346815

  • 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed sliced cooked sausage in Walkin Cooler dated 7/21/23. Manager discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.Observed approximately 4 lbs. sliced cooked Sausage in Walkin Cooler dated 7/21/23. Manager discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed I Reachin Cooler on cook line Cold Holding Pasta 46F, 51F; Beans 49F, Cooked Vegetables 48F, Sausage 49F, Sliced Cheese 50F. Observed in Walkin Cooler Cold Holding Pasta 47F, Sliced Cheese 48F, Sausage 46F. Manager had employee ice products. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed food debris on slicer blade guard. Employee corrected by cleaning. Corrected On-Site