GLOSSIE RIVER
7218 N TAMIAMI TRL, Sarasota FL 34243 · 9413512166
Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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DEC 25
APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023001568 | Dec 21, 2022 | Jan 25, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled and rusted can opener.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink on cook line. Operator stocked towels.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water at the drain under the reach in cooler.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed a build up of food debris and grease under the kitchen line equipment and on the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters.
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents in back kitchen and on cooks line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in missing floor tiles on kitchen line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed a build up of food debris and grease under the kitchen line equipment.
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents in back kitchen and on cooks line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in missing floor tiles on kitchen line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed a build up of food debris and grease under the kitchen line equipment.
Nov 17, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents in back kitchen and on cooks line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in missing floor tiles on kitchen line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed a build up of food debris and grease under the kitchen line equipment.
Sep 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels or soap at handwashing sink in kitchen.
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.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents in back kitchen and on cooks line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in missing floor tiles on kitchen line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed a build up of food debris and grease under the kitchen line equipment.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Operator removed.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener on the back prep table.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a soiled ceiling vent above the door from the kitchen to the dining room.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at the bottom of the back door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing on cooks line.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black mold like substance on the ice drop tray inside the ice machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed a lime scale build up on the inside of the dish machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a soiled vent over the ice machine in the back kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at the bottom of the back door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing on cooks line.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener on back prep table and slicer with food debris in blade guard.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed paper towels and dispenser missing from cook line handwashing sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents in kitchen and on kitchen cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drinks on food preparation table.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing on cooks line.
Jan 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener on prep table.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents in back kitchen and on cooks line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles on front kitchen line.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid. Observed both dumpster lids open.
Nov 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener on prep table.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed establishment without 1 CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink on front line. Operator stated an ex cook ripped it off the wall and he ordered a new one. Operator supplied paper towels.
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 some illness reporting forms completed but not all. Operator will complete.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle unlabeled under prep table.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents in back kitchen and on cooks line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drinks, (coffee and waters) in back kitchen on prep table and on the front server area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles on front kitchen line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloths under cutting boards.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid. Observed both dumpster lids open.
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.