DJONISI'S RESTAURANT
4940 FRUITVILLE RD, Sarasota FL 34232 · 941.999.8837
Last inspected Nov 5, 2025 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 operator a copy.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the bar hand sink used as a dump sink. Operator removed the trash.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed their ice scoop handle in contact with ice at their soda machine. Operator removed it.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed their microwaves with debris build up.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing hand sign at the bar sink.
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Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to-go boxes not inverted. Operator inverted them.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the fire extinguisher at the back exit in the red.
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over raw whole beef in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the ground beef.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a hose attached to their back hand sink. Instructed operator on the proper use of their outside mop sink and they removed the hose.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris buildup on top of their dish machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed hangers stored above their soda boxes. Operator removed them.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on their walk in freezer door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign at their kitchen sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed their to-go boxes not inverted. Operator inverted them.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of vitamins and eye drops stored above the back prep table.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tomatoes in direct contact with a non-food grade plastic and in the walk in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw shrimp in the walk in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the back hand wash sink with a hose attached and the prep hand wash sink with dirty dishes inside.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed their can opener in a soiled holder.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a pair of socks stored on top of soda boxes in the back.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stored on the floor of the walk in cooler and freezer.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed debris build up on the walk in cooler shelves.
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2lbs of reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from packaging before thawing despite instructions. Operator willingly disposed of the fish.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in turned off steamer: Rice (65F - Hot Holding). Operator stated he had it out for approximately 1 hr. Operator placed rice in a reach in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling vents with dust build up in the establishment.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 2lbs of reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from packaging before thawing despite instructions. Operator willingly disposed of the fish.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stored on the floor for the walk in cooler. Operator placed cases on shelves.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers not stored inverted. Operator inverted them.
Feb 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris build up on the can opener. Operator cleaned the can opener.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a hose line on the warewashing hand wash sink. Operator removed the hose.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple cooked soups and meats in the walk in cooler held over 24hrs and not date marked. Operator stated they had been cooked yesterday and date marked them
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawed reduced oxygen packaged salmon thawed while still in the package. Operator opened the packages. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed the ice scoop handle in the the soda ice bin. Operator removed the ice scoop.
Jan 17, 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken eggs stored over ready to eat desserts in a standing reach in cooler. Operator removed the eggs.
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 signed agreements. Had operator sign an agreement and handed them more copies.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially processed reduced oxygen fish not removed from its package in a kitchen reach in cooler. Operator cut open the packages.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of lettuce and containers of yogurt on the floor of the walk in cooler. Operator placed the food on a shelf.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use ice cream scoops in standing water in the kitchen. Operator removed the scoops.
Oct 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in a reach in cooler below the grill on the cook line and inside the walk in cooler. Operator placed chicken below the beef in both places.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored on the ground of the kitchen. Operator placed bucket into another bucket.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed at the front counter: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). Operator emptied the bucket.
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 operator a copy.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink with dirty knives inside. Operator removed knives and cleaned sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on the ceiling vent above the triple sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on the kitchen prep table. Operator removed drinks.
Open dumpster lid. Observed a open dumpster lid for the shared community dumpster.
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.