HOT DIGGITY DOG
5666 SWIFT RD, Sarasota FL 34231 · 941.922.8018
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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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. Printed out Clean Up Of Vomiting and Diarrhea Events Form DBPR HR 5030-104.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Printed out Clean Up Of Vomiting and Diarrhea Events Form DBPR HR 5030-104.
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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form DBPR HR 5030-103 for Owner. The owner filled out form during inspection.
Ceiling tile missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
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Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed grey duct tape used on stand up refrigerator.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs stored in reach in cooler over sliced cheese. Operator rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator added.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bleach bottle in kitchen unlabeled. Operator labeled.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tile missing.Missing tiles in men's room.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Throughout preparation and kitchen area, tiles damaged and missing.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield hanging in storage area and missing over kitchen preparation table.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed food debris between cooking equipment.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.Observed torn flooring in kitchen area.
Oct 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed lavender scented bleach used as sanitizer. The operator purchased food grade sanitizer.
Ceiling tile missing in the men's restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in the kitchen in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in the kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in the refrigerator at the back of the kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout the kitchen.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable in the dining area throughout the kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair in the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed out of service refrigerators interiors soiled with black-mold like substance.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed no lighting in the food prep/ ware washing area.
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for the three compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the kitchen. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink. No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the women's restroom.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tiles missing in the men's restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles in the kitchen shows water damage or is in disrepair from Hurricane Milton.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable throughout the kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed the light shield hanging from the ceiling in the kitchen.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed an accumulation of food debris surrounding the fryer.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting in the dining area.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over hot dogs in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw ground beef.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the kitchen. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink. Observed no paper towels for the handwashing sink in the ladies restroom.
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed a non-service animal in the dining area. The owner was unable to identify a specific task the animal provided.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tiles missing in the kitchen and the men's restroom.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead large roaches in the men's restroom. The operator cleaned and discarded the roaches.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not segregated from food for the public in the reach in cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in the kitchen.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed multiple discarded beer boxes in front of the dumpster.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed the light shield in the kitchen hanging from the ceiling
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no trash can near the hand sink in the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the area surrounding the fryer soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Slow draining water in the handwashing sink in the kitchen.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed no lighting available in the warewashing area.
Worn, torn and/or soiled carpeting in the dining area.
Jun 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw ground beef (64F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (60F - Cold Holding) on counters in the kitchen. The operator stated the above foods have been held for approximately 1 hours. The operator placed the foods in the reach in cooler for proper cold holding.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the kitchen. Observed no paper towels for the handwashing sink in the women's restroom. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sinks.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handle for the reach in cooler soiled with a sticky substance in the rear of the kitchen.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic style ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen.
Ceiling tiles missing in the kitchen and men's restroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable throughout the kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed the light shield in the kitchen hanging from the ceiling.
No lighting provided in warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed an accumulation of food debris surrounding the fryer on the cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry near the entrance to the kitchen. The operator properly stored the mop.
Worn and soiled carpeting in the dining room.
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Observed: Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine wiping cloth solution exceeding 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. Priority: High Priority
Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation** Priority: Basic
Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with a black mold like substance. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floors not maintained smooth and durable in the kitchen. Priority: Basic
Observed: No lighting provided in warewashing, equipment and utensil storage areas. Priority: Basic
Observed: No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in the kitchen. Priority: Basic
Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black mold like substance. Observed shelving in the dining area soiled with black debris. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the office area. Priority: Basic
Observed: Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting in the dining area. Priority: Basic
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. 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 Robert Mastos through National Registry of Food Safety Professionals expired 8/9/23.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Observed an accumulation of a black substance in all compartments of the three compartment sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic style ceilings in the kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed a missing ceiling tile in the kitchen. Observed a missing ceiling tile in the men's restroom.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in the reach in cooler in the prep area. The operator properly stored the beverages.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in the reach in cooler in the prep area. The operator properly stored the personal food.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in the kitchen.
Garbage on the ground around dumpster.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood vents soiled with grease.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed no light available in the warewashing area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the warewashing area.
Jul 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sausage stored over ready to eat hot dogs in the reach in cooler. The operator proposed stored the raw sausage.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in the women's restroom.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed the lightning fixture in the men's restroom hanging from the ceiling.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic style ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout the restaurant soiled with mold like substance.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in the reach in cooler.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in the kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall of the men's restroom.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior of the microwave soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in the prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
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.