3 NATIVES ACAI & JUICERY
8226 S TAMIAMI TRL, Sarasota FL 34238
Last inspected Jan 23, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
APR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed licenses expired 12/1/24. Renew at www.myfloridalicense.com
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jan 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed knife in rear hand sink. Employee removed.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training certificates for Dailey and Katherine, both working over 60 days.
Aug 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair.Observed handle broken on reach in freezer.
Apr 30, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 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.After 3 attempts, dish machine chlorine at 25ppm. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Equipment in poor repair.Observed handle broken on reach in freezer.
Apr 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 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.After 3 attempts, dish machine chlorine at 25ppm. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Observedi bathroom out of order and corded off. The other bathroom is for employees only and not for public according to employee.
Equipment in poor repair.Observed handle broken on reach in freezer.
Feb 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Alina Kuchak and Vivian Heimgartner working over 60 days without food handling training certificates.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 3 unlabeled spray bottles on utility sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on top of 3 door reach in cooler near north side of preparation line.
Feb 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate2 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 chlorine at 0 ppm and no replacement for empty chlorine.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed licenses expired 12/1/24. Renew at www.myfloridalicense.com
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels by hand washing sink next to reach in freezer near front entrance.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Alina Kuchak and Vivian Heimgartner working over 60 days without food handling training certificates.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.Observed no employee agreements, printed for employees working who read and signed. Emailed operator agreement for other employees.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 3 unlabeled spray bottles on utility sink.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed detergent empty. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on top of 3 door reach in cooler near north side of preparation line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Sep 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 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 25ppm after 3 attempts. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 0 ppm at triple sink quaternary. Educated employee on setting up with bleach and corrected triple sink sanitizer to 4050ppm chlorine.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.Observed no quaternary or chlorine test strips. Employees couldn't locate. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer.Observed empty detergent and no other detergent on premise.
Feb 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 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 dishwashing machine chlorine at 0 ppm.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.Observed no chlorine test strips for dishwashing machine. Gave operator information about test strips.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed sanitizer in unlabeled spray bottle.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.Observed backpack on dry storage shelf next to food. Operator corrected by removing.
Sep 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.Observed Dishwashing Machine maximum temperature 124F
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator removed.
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.