BIG OLAF CREAMERY
561 N WASHINGTON DR, Sarasota FL 34236 · (941)388-4108
Last inspected Sep 24, 2025 · 5 visits since October 2023
OCT 23
FEB 25
APR 25
SEP 25
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings on the floor under the shelves in the dry storage area. Observed approximately 25 rodent droppings on the floor in the front counter area.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025009145 | Feb 10, 2025 | Feb 26, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Containers for floor cleaner stored next to bag of flour and container of chocolate sprinkles in the kitchen area. Owner remove floor cleaner.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Cabinet on the left side of the front counter area chipped and broken.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors though out the kitchen and front counter area soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of food containers stored in the front counter area soiled.
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of the reach in freezers next to the front counter area soiled.
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Cabinets on the left side of the front counter broken and chipped.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in the front counter area soiled.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Utensils stored in a soiled drawer in the front counter area. Owner removed and sanitized the utensils and cleaned the drawer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of all food counters in the front counter area soiled.
Feb 11, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bathroom facility not clean. Both bathrooms in the establishment not clean.
Hole in or other damage to wall. 6x6 inch hole in the wall in the dry storage area. 3#4 inch hole in the wall next to the Ladies bathroom.
Feb 10, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings on the floor under the shelves in the dry storage area. Observed approximately 25 rodent droppings on the floor in the front counter area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of the dip well on the front counter soiled. Shake machine mixers soiled.
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.
Bathroom facility not clean. Both bathrooms in the establishment not clean.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment in the establishment soiled.
Hole in or other damage to wall. 6x6 inch hole in the wall in the dry storage area. 3#4 inch hole in the wall next to the Ladies bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the hot holding wells in the front counter area soiled. Exterior of the cabinets in the front counter area soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of all reach in coolers and reach in freezers soiled.
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Bathroom facility not clean.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used to repair counter tops in the front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors in the back storage area soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Counters in the back preparation area and front counter soiled. Exterior of all food containers in the establishment soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of the reach in coolers the front counter area soiled.
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.