D. & J. NEW BAGELS, INC. D/B/A BUDDY'S
999 CATTLEMEN RD, Sarasota FL 34232 · 9413552703
Last inspected Oct 14, 2025 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the sandwich make table: Cream cheese (57F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (57F - Cold Holding); Sliced tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); Tuna salad (57F - Cold Holding); Potato Salad (57F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 1-2days. Operator willingly disposed of food.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Oct 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sliced cheese in their make table. Operator moved the cheese.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over cream cheese in their standing reach in cooler, and observed cold smoked salmon stored over cream cheese cream cheese in their front of house make table. Operator moved it.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed the operator wearing a watch while preparing food. Operator took off their watch.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of soda and chips stored on the floor of the kitchen. Operator placed them on shelves.
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Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed their front counter sanitizer bucket stored on the floor. Operator double bucketed it.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed their triple sink at 0ppm quaternary. Operator swapped out the sanitizer and remade it to 250ppm.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee phone,keys, and speaker stored next to and above the kitchen prep table. Employee removed their items.
Feb 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 10, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed no identification for cold smoked salmon indicating that is raw while they have a consumer advisory.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for their cheese and veggie bagels that they dispose of after 4hrs.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the ice machine.
Dec 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked sausage in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the eggs.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the triple sink at 450ppm quaternary. Operator corrected it to 200ppm quaternary.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed no identification for cold smoked salmon indicating that is raw while they have a consumer advisory.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for their cheese and veggie bagels that they dispose of after 4hrs.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the ice machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee items stored above their soda boxes. Operator removed them.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed on-site packaged cream cheese that did not include the proper minimum labeling required for consumer self service.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers not inverted. Operator inverted them.
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed the operator crack a raw shell eggs and change his gloves without washing his hands, and then proceeded to handle clean utensils. Operator placed the dishes by the triple sink and washed his hands.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door form the kitchen not self closing.
Apr 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Feb 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a case of soap stored above case of drinks in the kitchen. Operator removed the soap.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of a certified food manager.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the ice machine bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink stored on the kitchen prep table. Employee disposed of drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee biker helmet stored on top of cases of drinks. Operator removed the helmet. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of chocolate sauces stored on the floor of the dry storage area. Operator removed the cases.
Nov 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed containers of salad dressing on the floor of the dry storage area and walk in cooler. Operator placed items on shelves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping cloths stored on the back prep table. Operator placed cloths in a sanitizer bucket.
Nov 13, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed an employee crack raw shell eggs and then touch clean equipment without washing hands. Operator washed his hands and changed his gloves.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat dressing in the walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the sandwich make table: Cream cheese (57F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (57F - Cold Holding); Sliced tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); Tuna salad (57F - Cold Holding); Potato Salad (57F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 1-2days. Operator willingly disposed of food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the sandwich make table: Cream cheese (57F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (57F - Cold Holding); Sliced tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); Tuna salad (57F - Cold Holding); Potato Salad (57F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 1-2days. Operator willingly disposed of food.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed multiple sanitizer buckets stored on food prep tables. Operator removed buckets.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink with a plugged in electric whisk inside. Operator removed whisk.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for the quaternary sanitizer.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee lunch unmarked in the walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee phone stored on the kitchen prep table. Operator removed phone.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee making cream cheese without a hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of salad dressing on the floor of the dry storage area and walk in cooler. Operator placed items on shelves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service cups stored on the floor of the dry storage area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping cloths stored on the back prep table. Operator placed cloths in a sanitizer bucket.
Sep 11, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed: 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 certificates of training. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Priority: Basic
Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed black substance in ice machine. Priority: Basic
Jul 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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 certificates of training. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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. Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed to operator. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.Observed no consumer advisory. Printed advisory. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Priority: Basic
Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed black substance in ice machine. Priority: Basic
Observed: In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle in potatoes. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on cook line, educated employee. Priority: Basic
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