BANYAN HOUSE
19725 WELLEN PARK BLVD, Venice FL 34293 · 941-584-5300
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed egg wash made with pasteurized eggs and milk at fry station at 61F cold holding. Operator voluntarily disposed of egg wash.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 2, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed grouper in reduced oxygen packaging keep in walk-in cooler not bearing any labeling or dating, done with any approved plans. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed grouper in reduced oxygen packaging keep in walk-in cooler not bearing any labeling or dating, done with any approved plans.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed grouper in reduced oxygen packaging keep in walk-in cooler not bearing any labeling or dating, done with any approved plans. Operator voluntarily disposed of all above items.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of wd40 on top of metal proof box with clean equipment. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener at prep area soiled. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Handwash sinks at prep area and employee bathroom not accessible for employee use at all times, blocked by trash cans and boxes. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed grouper in reduced oxygen packaging keep in walk-in cooler not bearing any labeling or dating, done with any approved plans. Observed cooked beef short ribs in walk-in cooler in reduced oxygen packaging keep done onsite with approved plans.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed meats, fish, chicken and pasta Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed hard wood cutting board at cooks line cracked.
Equipment located in an area not protected from overhead leakage of pipes, drains and other sources. Observed air conditioning vents over guest tables in dining room and set side of bar area have heavy condensation dripping onto tables and service ware.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment at cooks line. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken, beef and fish in top of make tables along side prepared lettuce and tomato.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle on top ice machine. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken and beef thawing in containers of standing water. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Mar 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef patties and lamb chops on push cart in walk-in-cooler over cooked broccoli rabe. Operator move broccoli rabe for correct storage.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed brunch buffet with meat carving station, dessert station and shrimp cocktail bar.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid on make table by charcoal grill is in disrepair and held together with duct tape.
Food stored on floor observed cases of bread in walk-in-freezer.
Nov 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 5lb of mussels in walk-in-cooler missing tag and 2.5lb of mussels on cooks line missing tag all pans had several dead mussels in them. Operator voluntarily disposed of mussels.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed egg wash made with pasteurized eggs and milk at fry station at 61F cold holding. Operator voluntarily disposed of egg wash.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed egg wash made with pasteurized eggs and milk at fry station at 61F cold holding. Operator voluntarily disposed of egg wash.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Repeat2-13-24
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed 5lb of mussels in walk-in-cooler missing tag and 2.5lb of mussels on cooks line missing tag all pans had several dead mussels in them. Operator voluntarily disposed of mussels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat 2-13-24
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking in food prep area.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed saved mussel tag missing last date served information.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at dishwasher area and wait station. Observed operator label bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverage in Walk-in cooler above food. Observed op remove beverage.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters at ice tea machine not inverted or protected. Operator inverted filters.
Dec 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment is conducting reduced oxygen packaging of in house cut steaks held for more then 48 hours without an approved HACCP plan.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed establishment is conducting reduced oxygen packaging of in house cut steaks held for more then 48 hours without an approved HACCP plan.
Oct 19, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment is conducting reduced oxygen packaging of in house cut steaks held for more then 48 hours without an approved HACCP plan.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed menu has raw undercooked ceviche fish, shrimp and scallops dish that is not identified as served raw or uncooked on the menu.
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Observed raw clams and mussels on cooks removed from original container.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on shelf above cooks line.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed establishment is conducting reduced oxygen packaging of in house cut steaks held for more then 48 hours without an approved HACCP plan.
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