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FAT DADDIOS PIZZA

3251 17TH ST UNIT 160, Sarasota FL 34235 · 941-957-3919

Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats45
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6801888
Grade history
NOV 24
JUN 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 50 rodent droppings in a cabinet in the front counter area next to the reach in cooler. Observed approximately 25 rodent droppings on the floor under the pizza oven in the front counter area. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings on the floor under a preparation table in the front counter area.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2026021418Mar 25, 2026May 7, 2026$400

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored next to clean silverware in the front counter area. Owner removed the bottles.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 26, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Can opener and holder in the kitchen rusted.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. 2x3 foot hole at the base of the wall next to the restroom.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Exhaust hood above the cook line soiled.
Basic/36-50-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 25, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation

Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 50 rodent droppings in a cabinet in the front counter area next to the reach in cooler. Observed approximately 25 rodent droppings on the floor under the pizza oven in the front counter area. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings on the floor under a preparation table in the front counter area.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soled. Mixer head soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Can opener and holder in the kitchen rusted.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment in the front counter area and kitchen soiled.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. 2x3 foot hole at the base of the wall next to the restroom.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of several food containers in the kitchen and front counter area soiled. Shelf under all preparation tables in the kitchen and front counter area soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Exhaust hood above the cook line soiled.
Basic/36-50-4/Warning
Nov 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Can opener blade rusted.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Container of marinara stored in the walk in cooler with no date mark. Owner stated the marinara was prepared on 9/15. Owner placed a date mark on the marinara.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. All employee food handler train expired on 8/14/25
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Can opener blade rusted.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of the pizza oven in the front counter area soiled. Wall fan in the back kitchen area soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed a employee cutting romaine lettuce before washing. Employee washed the cut and uncut lettuce.
Basic/08B-39-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Jun 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of employee medicine stored next to clean plates in the front counter area. Employee removed the medicine.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slice blade soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps. End caps missing on the light in the cook line area.
Basic/38-12-4
Utensils in poor condition. Can opener holder in the kitchen across from the three compartment sink rusted.
Basic/14-12-4
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 3 cans of tomatoes dented at the seams. Owner placed the cans aside for a refund.
High priority/01B-01-4
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored next to a container of flour in the front counter area. Owner removed the bottles.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head soiled. Slicer blade soiled. Can opener blade soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sink in the men's bathroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on the reach in cooler on the make line soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Emailed handouts to the operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing signs in the men's and women's bathrooms.
Basic/31B-04-4
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled. Mixer head soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Marinara stored in the walk-in cooler with no data mark. Owner stated the marinara was prepared on 10/25. Owner placed a date mark on the marinara.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back exit of the kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in the walk-in cooler soiled. Top of the pizza ovens soiled.
Basic/23-03-4

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.