BECKHAMS ON THE TRAIL
8579 SOUTH TAMIAMI TRAIL, Sarasota FL 34238 · 941-706-1654
Last inspected Nov 3, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
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NOV 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed butter on cook line at 80F. Cook removed to grill to heat. Educated cook on time as public health control. Emailed operator plan.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017055872 | Oct 23, 2017 | Jan 2, 2018 | $400 |
| 7--2017041215 | Aug 21, 2017 | Sep 18, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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 0ppm. Employee hooked up new chemical bucket and tested at 50ppm.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket above 200ppm. Employee corrected to 100 ppm.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed on dumpster shared with plaza.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Observed approximately 2lb tuna and 2lb mahi defrosted under vacuum seal in reach in cooler.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.Observed cracked container without handle used cooked onions on top of reach in cooler unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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 dish machine chlorine at 0 ppm. Chef switched chlorine containers and corrected to 50ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle at wait station by bar soiled. Bartender corrected by cleaning.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed cleaner in spray bottle unlabeled.
Food stored on floor.Observed case of chicken and fish on floor in walk in freezer.
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed butter on cook line at 80F. Cook removed to grill to heat. Educated cook on time as public health control. Emailed operator plan.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed ice in hand wash sink just inside kitchen door.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to triple sink. Cook added towels.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.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.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Jan 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed soda nozzle soiled at wait station side of bar.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Oct 24, 2023□ 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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Dumpster rusted out on bottom.Observed dumpster with rusted out bottom and broken lids on shared dumpster with plaza.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed no drain plugs on all shared dumpsters with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Aug 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 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 Dishwashing Machine chlorine at 10 ppm. Operator called for service.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed soiled soda nozzle at wait station next to bar. Employee corrected by cleaning.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all expired.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom.Observed dumpster with rusted out bottom and broken lids on shared dumpster with plaza.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed no drain plugs on all shared dumpsters 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.