CAFE BARBOSSO
5501 PALMER CROSSINGS CIR, Sarasota FL 34233 · 941-400-8636
Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler marinara 55F, spinach dip 45F date marked 8/12/25. Stop sale.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018033459 | Jun 22, 2018 | Jul 26, 2018 | $400 |
| 7--2015028986 | Jun 26, 2015 | Aug 12, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
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 →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wood in front of hand sink by pizza oven and items in hand sink at bar.Employee removed items and wood.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at hand sink next to triple sink. Chef added.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights not shielded over top of walk in freezer/cooler.
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth.Observed waitstaff drying silverware with towel.
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Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.Chef relocated.
Aug 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn cream next to food on shelf. Chef relocated.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed shell eggs stored over shredded cheese in walk in cooler. Chef rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in walk in cooler, sliced cheese and ham dated 8/3/25. Chef discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler marinara 55F, spinach dip 45F date marked 8/12/25. Stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed food debris on underside of clean slicer. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks and stains on 2 reach in cooler top cutting boards. 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. Observed staff working on cook line without hair restraint.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed 1 light shield missing over top of walk in cooler.
Mar 5, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed raw chicken over panko crumbs in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.Observed most tags not dated. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed salmon 70F, eggplant 86F and cannelloni on bakers rack on line held without temperature control. Emailed manager time as public health control plan and guide.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at sandwich reach in cooler top.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on cook line in 70F water.
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed outside hose Bibb without breaker.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor.Observed in walk in freezer bag buns, walk in cooler cheese, soda box in back area, and oil near pizza ovens.
Open dumpster lid.
Apr 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Observed garbage can stored in front of hand wash sink next to ice machine.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed items in he's at bar. Bartender removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to ice machine. 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.Observed 3 cooks on cook line engaged in food preparation without hair restraints.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.Observed on oven door on cook line. Cook removed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed hot faucet not working next to ice machine and water not accessible from faucets at hand wash sink next to pizza ovens. Cook turned valve on under sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Copper or copper alloys in contact with foods with a pH below 6. Observed copper drink cups at bar. Manager corrected by discarding cups and ordering approved cups.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Chef corrected by adding during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed decorations in hand wash sink at bar. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed at hand wash sink next to triple sink no paper towels.
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 to Manager who printed and employees signed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Food stored on floor.Observed cases of canned tomato on floor below storage shelving. Chef corrected by removing. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed hand wash sink next to triple sink in disrepair.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust on walkin cooler fan cover. Chef corrected by removing dust.
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.