COMMUNITY FAMILY RESTAURANT
1919 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING WAY, Sarasota FL 34234 · 941-323-0905
Last inspected Nov 13, 2025 · 7 visits since April 2024
APR 24
SEP 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
NOV 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/01/24
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed the floor underneath the prep table with debris build up.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed their microwave with food debris.
Aug 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the establishment serving food to the public with an expired license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in their reach in cooler: Chicken (60F - Cold Holding); Beef (60F - Cold Holding); Pork (60F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they defrosted them and placed product and placed it in their approximately 3hrs ago. Operator moved all products to their working coolers/freezers.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at their kitchen hand sink. Operator placed some there.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a scoop handle buried in a container of rice. Operator removed it.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed an out of order sign for the restroom. Operator states they have a plumber fixing it but is waiting on parts.
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/01/24
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for their quaternary triple sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple bags of food stored on the floor of the kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing hand wash sign for their restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed food being thawed on the counter.
Nov 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for their quaternary triple sink.
Sep 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed crab in direct contact with a non-food grade bag in the reach in freezer.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed residential use only insecticide stored inside the kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a container of raw chicken stored over unprepared carrots in the right side reach in cooler.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the triple sink at 350ppm quaternary. Operator added more water and measured at 200ppm.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed no knowledge of the big 6 foodborne illness. Emailed them a copy.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no vomit clean up plan. Emailed them a copy.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for their quaternary triple sink.
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. Observed no proof of training for the other owner.
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 singed agreements. Had the operator sign a copy and emailed them more.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls being used as scoops in cases of dry goods.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed the operator cooking food with a watch on. Operator removed the watch.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed the exterior door having a visible gap.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils in standing 80 degree water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the exterior door not self closing.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed the wrong chemical test kit for their chlorine triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the cook line equipment.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Observed a knife block in use.
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.