ASARO'S PIZZARIA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT
3999 BEE RIDGE RD EXTENSION, Sarasota FL 34233 · 941.342.0090
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed sliced mozzarella 53F in reachin cooler next to double door reachin cooler on cook line. Cook moved to another reachin cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019028813 | Apr 16, 2019 | Jul 11, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
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
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed can rack and pull out drawers on cook line with food debris.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk in cooler fan cover with dust buildup.
Sep 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Observed table and garbage can in front of hand washing sink next to salad reach in cooler. Operator removed garbage can.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to salad reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sausage cooked previous morning not date marked.
Equipment in poor repair.Observed probe thermometer not working.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in bulk salt bin. Employee removed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.Observed employee drinks in reach in cooler next to customer food. Also observed drink on cutting board on cook line.
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at salad reach in cooler hand sink in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed no date marking in stored food including soup from 2 days prior in walk in cooler.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Cook.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed metal soufflé cup without handles in Parmesan cheese. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on cutting board on cooks line. Employee removed.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.Observed sliced garlic in cracked container in walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil and shortening on cook line and flour by mixer, soda box by salad station all on floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on walk in cooler and reach in cooler doors. Observed food debris in pull out drawers on cooks line.
Nov 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Observed garbage can in front of hand sink at pizza station. Can was relocated.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on top exterior of dish machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed soufflé cup without handle stored in Parmesan cheese.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed issuing ceiling tile over ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black substance on ceiling vent in dish machine area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee drinks on 3 separate areas on cutting boards. Observed all removed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed grease and food debris under fryers and grill.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked lid on sausage container in walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. Observed souled gasket on walk in cooler door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Stored food not covered.Observed breaded veal under fan in reach in freezer uncovered.
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 at 0 ppm. Employee corrected to 50 ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed at hand wash sink towards front door side of pizza ovens. Operator added.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed at hand wash sink next to salad reachin cooler. Operator added.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.Observed soiled vent and surrounding tiles above dishwashing machine.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing watch and cloth bracelet on wrist.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. Observed black substance on walkin cooler gaskets and reachin cooler gaskets at salad unit. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed sliced mozzarella 53F in reachin cooler next to double door reachin cooler on cook line. Cook moved to another reachin cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on interior ledge in ice machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.Observed coat and backpack on shelf above triple sink next to clean utensils. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed cook without hair restraint engaged in cooking. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Food stored on floor.Observed canned tomato on floor under preparation table and oil at end of cook 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 gaskets on walkin cooler door.
Dec 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed black substance inside ice machine.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Observed employee engaged in food preparation wearing watch.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed cook engaged with food preparation without hair restraint.
Food stored on floor.Observed oil stored on floor at end of cooks line and flour bags on floor near mixer. 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 grease buildup on hood filters.
Oct 17, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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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.
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.Manager had employee sign and emailed in Spanish also.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed black substance inside ice machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee backpack stored with food items on shelf next to mixer.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Observed employee engaged in food preparation wearing watch.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed cook engaged with food preparation without hair restraint.
Food stored on floor.Observed oil stored on floor at end of cooks line and flour bags on floor near mixer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.Observed grease on pad under and in front of receptacle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
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.