CASA MASA
5214 OCEAN BLVD, Sarasota FL 34242 · 5163088572
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 40 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed turkey in walk in at 45F, and herb butter on cook line at 58F not on time plan. Ambient walk-in cooler 42.8 F.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025003779 | Dec 2, 2024 | Mar 26, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2025014641 | Feb 6, 2025 | Mar 26, 2025 | $560 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked sweet potato. Employee relocated food to prevent cross contamination.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle sanitizer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.Observed cell phone on preparation table on cook line. Employee removed.
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Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed to go containers on floor on second floor.
Oct 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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Equipment in poor repair. Observed dish machine not working. Operation has triple sink.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed holes in flooring near dish machine.
Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed dinner napkins in upstairs closet on floor.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand sink next to dish machine with slow draining water.
Apr 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 7, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Feb 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed sour cream container on cook line counter at 55F. Cook relocated to walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
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. Observed shell eggs, hollandaise, and sausage held on time pulled at 7:00am not marked. Cook marked items. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
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.
Dec 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed sour cream container on cook line counter at 55F. Cook relocated to walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
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. Observed shell eggs, hollandaise, and sausage held on time pulled at 7:00am not marked. Cook marked items. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed dawn detergent stored in dry storage next to marmalade, capers, and other foods. Manager relocated.
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.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee drinks on shelf near dry storage. Manager removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one of the cooks without hair restraint. Employee added hat. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in upright freezer on second floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed case of hot cups on floor in second floor storage area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters in second floor closet not covered or protected. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed turkey in walk in at 45F, and herb butter on cook line at 58F not on time plan. Ambient walk-in cooler 42.8 F.
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. Observed shell eggs and sausage on time plan without time mark. Cook added time to items.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed glue on shelf next to garlic bulbs. Cook relocated.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed utensils and containers in hand washing sink. Cook removed.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed coving in disrepair at back door entrance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed cook working without hair restraint. Cook wore hat after education.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed heavy ice buildup in freezer at end of cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.Observed to go containers not inverted on top of microwave. Cook inverted.
Dec 21, 2023Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed in walkin cooler shell eggs stored over deli turkey. Cook rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
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. Observed 2 flats eggs taken out at 8:00am not marked on container. Listed on dry erase board, Cook marked trays.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee drink on shelf in walkin cooler next to customer food. Cook removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reachin cooler on cook line.
Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed to go containers above microwave not inverted. Cook stored upside down.
Aug 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 31, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in Reachin Cooler on cook line, Cold Holding Sliced Cheese 46F, Ham 52F, Cooked Mushrooms 50F, Cut Tomatoes 45F, Smoked Salmon 49F Garlic Butter 68F. Cook iced product and to call for service. Observed Egg Mix at 66F on cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on shelf to right of grill, Holding Potatoes 111F, Sausages 110F. Observed Hollandaise at 96F held for 3 hours.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed plastic bucket and scoops inside sink. Cook removed.
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.Observed no agreements. Emailed to operator. 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 cook engaged in preparation and employee working in kitchen at window without hair restraints.
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.