ATHENS FAMILY RESTAURANT
2300 BEE RIDGE RD STE 301, Sarasota FL 34239
Last inspected Sep 8, 2025 · 9 visits since September 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
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≈ ERRATIC
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 license expired 12/1 /2024.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025034340 | Apr 2, 2025 | Aug 19, 2025 | $800 |
| 7--2024071324 | Nov 1, 2024 | Apr 11, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Sep 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed no paper towels at 2 hand sinks in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink near front counter.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed 1 lid broken on shared dumpster with plaza.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. Observed gasket soiled on lo boy reach in cooler. Observed soiled shelf under grill and range top.
Apr 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 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. Observed dish machine at 0 ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Observed license expired 12/1 /2024.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelf u Dee cooking equipment.
Mar 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 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 dish machine at 0 ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Observed license expired 12/1 /2024.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed black hose on splitter at mop sink without vacuum breaker.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed no paper towels at 2 hand wash sinks. Employee added.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed at both hand wash sink sinks no soap. Employee corrected by adding.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelf u Dee cooking equipment.
Dec 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing and lids broken on shared dumpster with plaza.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Nov 1, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 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 dish machine chlorine at 0 ppm.
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.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing and lids broken on shared dumpster with plaza.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed front counter hand sink not working.
Oct 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 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 dish machine chlorine at 0 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed soup in steam table at 107F. Cook reheated above 165F.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no breaker on splitter with black hose.
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.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing and lids broken on shared dumpster with plaza.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed front counter hand sink not working.
Jun 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
Equipment in poor repair.Observed torn gasket on right door on reachin cooler on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. Soiled gaskets on reachin cooler.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust buildup on walkin cooler fan cover.
Feb 28, 2024Inspection 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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Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.Observed lid damaged and open. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.observed hose on splitter without breaker at mop sink.
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.Emailed operator and corrected on-site.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed on shared dumpster with Plaza. 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 on hood filters.
Open dumpster lid.Observed broken lids on shared dumpster with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
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.