Riva
1601 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228 · Permanent Food Service · License 6806157
What drove the grade
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Sep 15 routine inspection1 high priority (fixed on the spot), 2 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 5 basic (1 repeat)-14
- Safety score86
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitSep 15, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
8 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
Observed an employee crack raw shell eggs and then handle clean utensils without changing gloves or washing hands. Operator had them wash their hands and change gloves.
Fixed on the spot
Intermediate2
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Observed their back prep hand sink used to dump ice. Reviewed with operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Observed them missing paper towels at two of their hand wash sinks. Operator had more placed there.
Fixed on the spot
Basic5
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135°F.
Observed multiple utensils on the line that were in 105°F standing water. Operator placed them on flattops to get to proper temperature.
Fixed on the spot
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Observed the ice scoop handle in ice in two ice bins. Operator removed them.
Fixed on the spot
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Observed multiple grooved cutting boards on the cook line.
Repeat violation
Code 25, Single-service items: Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Observed their coffee filters not properly stored. Operator placed them in bags.
Fixed on the spot
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Observed a missing sign at the back prep hand sink.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.