GECKO'S GRILL AND PUB ON HILLVIEW
1900 HILLVIEW ST, Sarasota FL 34239 · 941-923-6640
Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed on pull out drawer on cook line Reachin Cooler pull out drawers Hamburger 49F, Sliced Cheese 50F. Observed in Reachin Cooler at beginning of cook line Reachin Cooler Ham Turkey and Cheese 57F (cut in 1 container), Tzatziki Sauce 60F.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018033871 | May 30, 2018 | Jul 27, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.Observed dish machine at 0ppm chlorine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dried food debris on sliced blade guard.Cleaned during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Observed plastic bucket in hand sink on cook line. Cook removed.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled dish racks.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in reach in cooler at start of cook line cold holding hard cooked eggs 69F, cut tomatoes 53F, feta 51F, blue cheese 53F, ham 48F. Manager discarded eggs and moved other products to walk in cooler. Service on reach in cooler began during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on cleaned slicer at blade guard. Manager had employee clean during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled dish racks.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed preparation cook wash knives in hand sink and dry on apron before putting away. Cook rewashed and sanitized knives in triple sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.Observed tank outside chain by beer cooler.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer gaskets soiled.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed both walk in cooler fan covers with dust buildup. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed plastic containers in hand wash sink. Manager removed containers.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food..Observed deli container in bulk flour bin. Manager removed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle-in bulk rice. Manager removed scoop.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust in beer walk in cooler fan cover with cooked food cooling. Employee cleaned dust.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed soufflé cup in bulk spice bin. Manager removed and replaced with scoop.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed on pull out drawer on cook line Reachin Cooler pull out drawers Hamburger 49F, Sliced Cheese 50F. Observed in Reachin Cooler at beginning of cook line Reachin Cooler Ham Turkey and Cheese 57F (cut in 1 container), Tzatziki Sauce 60F.
Food stored on floor.Observed on Walkin Freezer floor, Cases of Pork. Manager corrected by removing.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on floor by slicer. Manager corrected by removing to shelf.
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.