GREEN APPLE CATERING
365 SARASOTA CENTER BLVD UNIT 4, Sarasota FL 34240
Last inspected Dec 15, 2025 · 8 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
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DEC 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Handed operator a copy to post. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a package of raw bacon stored on top of boxed butter in the walk in coolers with. Operator moved the bacon.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the walk in cooler: Ambient (38F - Cold Holding) Chicken (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked jalapeño (48F - Cold Holding); Butter (48F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they checked he ambient temperature approximately 1hr before and it was at 50F, Operator called and spoke to their repairman and they stated the cooler would defrost when the outside temp got colder than the inside temp.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their ware washing hand sink with a container of candles inside. Operator removed them.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed the owner and other cook wearing watches and bracelets while handling food. Observed them removing their jewelry.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of food products stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. Operator stated they were delivered yesterday.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed the back marked fire exit door blocked.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in their restroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed their left side cook line hand sink with no sign.
Jan 10, 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their back hand wash sink with vacuum parts inside.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed the operator prepping meat while wearing a watch. Operator removed their watch.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee with no hair restraint prepping food. They put on a hat.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed two employees wearing watches while engaged in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees handling food without hair restraints.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of canned tomatoes stored on the floor of the kitchen and observed a case of water bottles stored on the floor of the walk in freezer.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed the shared dumpster missing a drain plug.
Jan 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit for their triple sink.
Sep 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed cleaned equipment stored on rusted shelves in the kitchen.
Sep 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of cold medicine stored above the dishwashing area. Operator removed the bottle.
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 sanitizer levels at 0ppm chlorine. Operator switched to triple sink.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed grill cleaner stored above the dishwashing area. Operator tossed cleaner.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed no knowledge of the big 6. Handed operator a copy to post.
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. Handed operator a copy to post. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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. Operator printed out copies and had employees sign. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed cleaned equipment stored on rusted shelves in the kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed out and posted up to date licenses.
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid. Community dumpster As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fan covers.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed baby toys and carriers stored in the kitchen.
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.