1818 GRILL
1818 S OSPREY AVE, Sarasota FL 34239
Last inspected Jan 29, 2026 · 14 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and B. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.Observed 8 live roaches in oven on cook line. Employee stated they do not use that oven.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023067699 | Nov 30, 2023 | Mar 14, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle metal cup in bulk sugar container. Employee removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.Observed 2 tanks unsecured. Employee secured.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed yellow cutting board in use with cut marks. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Sep 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed yellow cutting board with cut marks.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in walk in cooler damaged.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed no light shields in dish washing area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Observed pitted shelving in walk in cooler.
Sep 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 dish machine chlorine at 0ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in walk in cooler cold holding sliced cheese 50F, bread pudding 46F, turkey 46F. Observed in reach in cooler cold holding sliced cheese 50F, tzatziki 49F, wild rice 50F, butter chips 50F.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed yellow cutting board with cut marks.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in walk in cooler damaged.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed no light shields in dish washing area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Observed pitted shelving in walk in cooler.
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing.Observed 3 ceiling tiles missing in kitchen above dish machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust buildup on walk in cooler fan covers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Observed pitted shelves in walk in cooler.
Nov 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing.Observed 3 ceiling tiles missing in kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed no light shield or covers in kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust on walk in cooler fan covers.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Observed pitted shelves in walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Nov 14, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed hand wash sink removed from kitchen and no other handwashing sink in kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing.Observed 3 ceiling tiles missing in kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed no light shield or covers in kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust on walk in cooler fan covers.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Observed pitted shelves in walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Nov 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on slicer blade guard.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed hand wash sink removed from kitchen and no other handwashing sink in kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing.Observed 3 ceiling tiles missing in kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed no light shield or covers in kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust on walk in cooler fan covers.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Observed pitted shelves in walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed behind building.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed grill cleaner in unlabeled bottle.Employee labeled.
Equipment in poor repair.Observed walkin cooler thermometer in disrepair.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed 2 light fixtures in kitchen with lights not covered or shielded.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Observed pitted shelves with rust in walkin cooler.
Mar 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.Observed spoons in kitchen in container with handles not in same direction.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed foil covering broken covingbetwen dishwashing area and kitchen wall. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed above dishwashing machine area and expo line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Jan 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.Observed 2 soup bowls spinach dip dated 1/18. Cook discarded.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle by dishwashing machine unlabeled.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.Observed spoons in kitchen in container with handles not in same direction.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed foil covering broken covingbetwen dishwashing area and kitchen wall. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in chest freezers.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed above dishwashing machine area and expo line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled walkin cooler gasket.
Jan 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed between dishwashing machine and kitchen wall, coving damaged.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed 2 light fixtures not shielded above expo line and dishwashing machine.
Dec 1, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.Observed 8 live roaches in oven on cook line. Employee stated they do not use that oven.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed between dishwashing machine and kitchen wall, coving damaged.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed soiled floor under cooking equipment.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed 2 light fixtures not shielded above expo line and dishwashing machine.
Nov 30, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.Observed 8 live roaches in oven on cook line. Employee stated they do not use that oven.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed 2 bottles of windex stored on top of refrigerator next to dried pastas.Employee relocated.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed between dishwashing machine and kitchen wall, coving damaged.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed soiled floor under cooking equipment.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed 2 light fixtures not shielded above expo line and dishwashing machine.
Aug 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed Chest freezers with ice buildup.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.