DISCOVERY VILLAGE AT SARASOTA
1408 69 AVE W, Bradenton FL 34207 · 3057892766
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
FEB 24
AUG 24
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MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in walk-in cooler raw ground beef over beef steak.Person in charge removed raw ground beef.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024056729 | Aug 16, 2024 | Oct 28, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in walk-in cooler raw seafood over cooked beef.educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed seafood.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed employee engaging in food preparation with watch and wrist bans on wrist. Employee removed and washed hands.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on beard guard and washed hands.
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hat and washed hands.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in walk-in cooler raw ground beef over beef steak.Person in charge removed raw ground beef.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed on self service buffet apples no wrapped. Person in charge wrapped apples.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed in dry storage room can corn dented on seam. Person in charge discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area floor mixer soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned mixer. Observed in main kitchen area can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned can opener.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in main kitchen area food utensils in handwashing sink. Person in charge removed utensils.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed on cooks line a an open bottle water. Employee discarded.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on cooks line. Employee put on hair restraint and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area by wine cooler reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Observed in front kitchen area by pizza station reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Observed in front bar area reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Aug 19, 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 measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler; bean and cabbage soup (55F - Cooling); Cooked vegetables (47F - Cooling). Person in charge stated that they were placed in the walk in cooler on 8/15/24. Educated Person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both food items.
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed in back kitchen area Dishwasher (Temperature 155F). Person in charge setup 3 compartment sink. Quaternary sanitizer test 300ppm. Person in charge called for repairs.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in main kitchen area grill reach in cooler raw chicken over Raw Ground Beef. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler; bean and cabbage soup (55F - Cooling); Cooked vegetables (47F - Cooling). Person in charge stated that they were placed in the walk in cooler on 8/15/24. Educated Person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in front dining area and main kitchen area by grill cream cheese (52F - Cold Holding); butter (55F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); Sausage (55F - Cold Holding); ham (57F - Cold Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated all products had been out for approximately 2 hours and placed it back in the walk in cooler. Emailed Person in charge a copy of time as a public health and explained how to fill it out.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area slicer soiled with dried food debris. Person in charge stated it was not used today and cleaned and sanitized slicer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over grill and bar area over grill and fryers hood filter soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed in main kitchen area next to tilt skillet, handwashing sink pipe leaking on floor.
helium tanks not adequately secured. Person in charge secured tank.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed in pub kitchen employee with gloves on cracked raw Shell Eggs,changed gloves and failed To wash hands before putting on clean gloves and touched serving plate food contact surface for immediate service. Education Person in charge on glove use and handwashing. Employee placed plate into dish washing area, removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed on grill line in main kitchen area in Reach in cooler below grill, Raw Ground Beef over raw Seafood. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed Raw Ground Beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Pub kitchen Butter (78F - Cold Holding); Pancake mix (48F - Cold Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated that both items had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed the items in Reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in main kitchen area slicer soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge stated it was not used today. Person in charge cleaned and sanitized slicer.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in front Pizza kitchen area Person in charge filled paper towels.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Michelle
Written procedures for non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods are lacking provisions for identifying food cooked with non-continuous process. Observed in main kitchen area partially cooked Chicken in Reach in cooler Educated Person in charge on Written procedures for non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods are lacking provisions for identifying food cooked with non-continuous process. Emailed Person in charge form.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in main kitchen area across from Grill. Person in charge put sign up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in Front kitchen area hood Filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in back kitchen area next to food warmer hand sink blocked with empty boxes. Person in charge removed boxes.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in Walk in cooler cooked macaroni and cheese and cooked pork not date marked. Person in charge stated they were prepared on 10/14/23 and date marked accordingly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in front bar area. Person in charge cleaned ice bin.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in front bar area on both sinks. Person in charge put signs up on both sinks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed above grill in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
ceiling tile shows water damage in main kitchen in front of office.
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.