GROG SHOP AND RENDEZVOUS LOUNGE
1570 + 1584 N LOCKWOODRIDGE RD, Sarasota FL 34237 · 941-955-3446
Last inspected Sep 18, 2025 · 5 visits since October 2023
OCT 23
SEP 24
SEP 25
— STEADY
3 inspections within 15 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. Handed the operator a copy to post.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025003791 | Dec 2, 2024 | Feb 24, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Sep 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed their sandwich cutting board heavily grooved.
Sep 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in their make table: Shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Turkey (50F - Cold Holding); Chopped lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); Potato Salad (50F - Cold Holding) Operator stated it had been there overnight. Operator willingly disposed of the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in their make table: Shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Turkey (50F - Cold Holding); Chopped lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); Potato Salad (50F - Cold Holding) Operator stated it had been there overnight. Operator willingly disposed of the products.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed their sandwich cutting board heavily grooved.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 2 dead palmetto bugs on the floor of the kitchen and approximately 3 dead palmetto bugs on the floor of the storage area. Operator cleaned them up and their areas.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted in the storage area. Operator inverted them.
Dec 2, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Observed no proof of employee training.
Sep 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Observed no proof of employee training.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers stored incorrectly in the kitchen. Operator inverted them.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 the 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 the operator a copy to post.
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 agreement. Had operator sign a copy and then emailed him more.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired: Jeffrey M,NatalieN, Shannon B.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a cutting board in the kitchen with knife marks.
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.