BOHEMIOS WINE & BEER
3246 CLARK RD, Sarasota FL 34231 · 941-260-9784
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Observed red peppers with mold-like growth in the stand up reach in cooler near the rear exit. See stop sale. The operator discarded the peppers.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024007529 | Dec 18, 2023 | Mar 4, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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 →
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed metal paella pans with surface rust on the interior of the pan. The operator removed the pans from service.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked osobuco prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date marked. The operator marked the osobuco with an accurate date.
Accumulation of a slime-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container with no handle used as a scoop for flour. The operator removed the container from the flour.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the door gaskets on the reach in cooler soiled with a black substance.
Jun 15, 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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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen empanadas stored in and in direct contact with a non-food grade plastic bag in the 2-door reach in freezer in the hallway leading to the kitchen. The operator removed and properly stored the empanadas.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw calamari stored over a container of milk in the 2-door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw calamari.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container with no handle used as a scoop for sangria in the cold holding unit in the hallway leading to the kitchen. The operator removed and discarded the plastic container.
Aug 20, 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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Clam and mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed a container of buttermilk opened and held for more than 24 hours with no date mark. The operator properly date marked the buttermilk.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a cutting board stored in the handwashing sink blocking access to the sink. The operator removed the cutting board.
Floor underneath equipment soiled/has accumulation of debris in the kitchen.
Standing water or very slow draining water in the handwash sink.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed an in-use rubber spatula with burnt edges. The operator discarded the spatula.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the operator handle a bottle of sanitizer solution then handle a washed red pepper without changing gloves and washing hands. The operator discarded the red pepper.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray canister of pesticide stored on a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the pesticide and sanitized the table.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. The operator cleaned the interior of the ice machine.
Employee beverages container on a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverages.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use utensils stored in 80F standing water. The operator removed the utensils from the water.
Jul 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed thawed tuna and sea bass not removed from reduced oxygen packaging with label indicating to remove from packaging prior to thawing. The operator discarded the above foods.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the sliced soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
Accumulation of a black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers with no handles used as scoops for ceviche and sangria. The operator removed the plastic containers.
Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured behind the bar.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed a linen napkin used to cover cured ham at the front counter. The operator removed the linen napkin.
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 thawed tuna and sea bass not removed from reduced oxygen packaging with label indicating to remove from packaging prior to thawing. The operator discarded the above foods.
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed eye drops stored in a reach in cooler with bottled wine behind the bar. The operator properly stored the eye drops.
Displayed cured ham not properly protected from contamination on the bar.
Employee handled a bottle of chemical and then handled clean tongs without washing hands. The operator placed the tongs in the three compartment sink for sanitization.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna stored over cooked risotto in the reach in cooler. The operator pro stored the raw tuna.
Clam/mussel tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Oba wet wiping cloth stored inside the hand sink behind the bar. The operator removed the wiping cloth.
Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured behind the bar.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a food prep table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the cell phone.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in the ice machine. The operator properly stored the ice scoop.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs.
Dec 18, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for the solution in the three compartment sink.
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 Ronaldo Zeledon trained through FRLA expired 12/16/2019.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall near the handwashing sink in the kitchen with cobwebs.
Oct 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of medicine stored in the stand up reach in cooler next to food to be served to the public. The operator properly stored the medicine.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed a dented #10 can of ketchup in the dry storage area. The operator segregated the can for return.
Observed red peppers with mold-like growth in the stand up reach in cooler near the rear exit. See stop sale. The operator discarded the peppers.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari stored over ready to eat Serrano ham in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw calamari.
Clam/mussel tags not marked with last date served.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for the solution in the three compartment sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 Ronaldo Zeledon trained through FRLA expired 12/16/2019.
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 thawed tuna not removed from reduced oxygen packaging with label indicating to remove from packaging prior to thawing in the stand up reach in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf in the center of the kitchen soiled with food debris.
Observed spoons and forks used for sauces stored upright with the food-contact surface up in the kitchen. The operator removed the utensils for sanitization.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall near the handwashing sink in the kitchen with cobwebs.
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.