HAMPTON INN SARASOTA I 75 BEE RIDGE
5995 CATTLERIDGE BLVD, Sarasota FL 34232 · 941-371-1900
Last inspected Oct 27, 2025 · 4 visits since November 2023
3 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the buffet cooler: Butter chips (45F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (45F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been there for approximately 2hrs. Operator turned down the cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024049036 | Jul 22, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at their hand sink. Operator got some from a storage area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on their dumpster.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at their hand sink. Operator got some from a storage area.
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. Observed their employee training certificates expired.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on their dumpster.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the buffet line and buffet cooler respectively: Milk (48F - Cold Holding); Butter chips (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated the food had been out for approximately 3hrs.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the hand wash sink used for a sanitizer bucket with towels. Operator removed the bucket and towels.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the kitchen.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples for self service not wrapped.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacle for the women's restroom.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed a missing drain plug.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not protected. Operator placed them back in their container.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the buffet cooler: Butter chips (45F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (45F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been there for approximately 2hrs. Operator turned down the cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer at 500ppm quaternary. Operator corrected to 200ppm quaternary.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed self service apples not wrapped with no utensils.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of waffle mix on the floor of the dry storage area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
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.