BREAKFAST HOUSE
1817 FRUITVILLE RD, Sarasota FL 34236 · 941.366.6860
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 30 points better than where it started.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings under the reach in cooler in the preparation area. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings on the floor next to the dish machine in the kitchen. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings under the equipment on the cook line.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025013725 | Feb 25, 2025 | Jun 5, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2019028407 | May 29, 2019 | Jul 11, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Though out the kitchen.
Mar 18, 2026Warning 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. Dish machine sanitizer reading 00ppm chlorine. Establishment stoped using the dish machine called the technician and set up the three component sink to properly sanitizer dishes and equipment.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sausage gravy with only a day mark of Monday stored in the walk in cooler. Manager placed a date marked on the items.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Manager labeled the bottles
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Though out the kitchen.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Tray of mini quiche in preparation stored next to the hand wash sink in the kitchen. Employee removed tray.
Nov 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cans of paint stored next to clean food containers in the kitchen. Manager removed the paint.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on a roll top reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed the phone.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Knives stored in a container of sanitizer in the preparation area. Manager removed the knives from the sanitizer and ran them though the dishwasher.
Oct 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled their phone then clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee removed the equipment to be sanitized and wash the hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Sausage and potatoes stored on at room temperature on time as a public health control with no time mark. Employee stated the exit been on time for approximately one hour. Employee place a time mark on the items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Can opener holder on the preparation table in the kitchen rusted.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Pair of tongs stored on the trash can in the cook line area. Employee removed and sanitized the tongs.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Sausage thawing at room temperature in the kitchen area. Employee placed the sausage in the reach in cooler.
Apr 30, 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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Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors in the kitchen and wait station area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee removed the drink.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket stored next to food on a shelf below a preparation tables in the preparation area. Owner removed the sanitizer bucket.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers in the walk in cooler soiled.
Feb 26, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Potatoes and sausage stored at room temperature on the cook line on time as a public health control with no time marks. Chef stated the items had been on time for approximately 2 hours. Chef placed time marks on the items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Though out the kitchen and the wait station area.
Feb 25, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings under the reach in cooler in the preparation area. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings on the floor next to the dish machine in the kitchen. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings under the equipment on the cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Potatoes and sausage stored at room temperature on the cook line on time as a public health control with no time marks. Chef stated the items had been on time for approximately 2 hours. Chef placed time marks on the items.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Manager labeled the bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floors in the walk in cooler have standing water.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled under all equipment in the kitchen.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Though out the kitchen and the wait station area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Racks in the walk in cooler soiled.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan overs in the walk in cooler soiled.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Container of uncovered chicken stored next to the hand washing sink in the preparation area. Employee removed the chicken.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw shell eggs stored over bottled water in the walk in cooler. Employee removed the eggs.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to food in the wait staff area. Manager removed the cleaning fluid.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Bread pudding stored in the reach in cooler next to the grill with no date mark. Employee stated the bread pudding was prepared on 8/6. Employee placed a date mark on the item.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. All ceiling vents in the kitchen soiled.
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled utensils without washing hands. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized and washed their hands.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed their hands in a three compartment sink. The employee properly washed their hands.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Manager labeled the bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin in the wait station area soiled.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Containers of squash, onions and potatoes stored next to the hand washing sink in the kitchen. Employee removed the containers.
Utensils in poor condition. Several plastic/rubber spatulas in use melted. Manager removed the spatulas.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Employee replaced the sanitizer solution.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee coughed into their hands and handled clean dishes without washing their hands. Employee washed their hands and rewashed the dishes.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee rewashed their hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Sausage and potatoes stored on time as a public health control on the cook line with no time marks. Employee stated the items had been on time for approximately 30 minutes. Employee place time marks on the items.
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 handouts to the operator.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Manager labeled the bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin. Ice bin in the wait station area soiled.
Equipment in poor repair. Exterior door of the stand up reach in cooler in the back wait station area rusted.
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