JO'S TO GO'S MEAL PREP
436 CENTRAL AVE, Sarasota FL 34236 · 561-309-2144
Last inspected Dec 29, 2025 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed a container of shredded cheese date marked 6/13. Operator disposed of the container.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Dec 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3800 GOLF HALL DR, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the dishwasher go from dirty to clean dishes without washing his hands or using gloves. Operator had him wash hands and use gloves to handle clean dishes.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cooked food in the right side cook line. Operator removed it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice and a straw dumped into the bark hand sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed numerous employee drinks scattered about the kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored above clean dishes in multiple areas.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed the line cook handling food without a hair restraint. Observed him put on a hat.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed their ice scoop buried in their outside ice cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored under the salad line cutting board. Operator removed it.
Oct 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled a soiled cutting board then clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee washed their hands and sanitized the equipment.
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.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3800 GOLF HALL DR, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a container of cologne stored above clean dishes in the back dish storage area. Operator removed it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed their can opener with food debris buildup on up. Operator set it aside to be cleaned.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed their new menus printed out without a consumer advisory listed and they are serving rare steaks. Operator printed out an advisory and posted it until they could fix the menus.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two unlabeled spray bottles in their warewashing area. Operator relabeled them.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal items stored above clean dishes in the server station. Operator removed them.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service articles in their dry storage area not inverted. Operator inverted them.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3800 GOLF HALL DR, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink with dishes in it and the bar hand wash sink with ice in it. Operator removed the items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black and pink build up inside the ice bin.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee items stored above and with clean utensils in the server station. Operator removed the items.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign for the bar hand wash sink. Operator posted one.
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3800 GOLF HALL DR, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed an employee crack raw shell eggs, change his gloves, and touch clean equipment without washing their hands. Operator had the employee wash their hands.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed a container of shredded cheese date marked 6/13. Operator disposed of the container.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed a container of shredded cheese date marked 6/13. Operator disposed of the container.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the triple sink at 500ppm quaternary. Operator dumped the solution and remade it to 200ppm.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed lime build upon the top of the dish machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the oven above the cook line with debris build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black build up on the hood filters above the cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food in the walk in freezer not covered.
Dec 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3800 GOLF HALL DR, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and chicken over ready to eat rice and vegetables in the walk in cooler. Operator removed meats.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Garlic butter (65F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed butter in the reach in cooler.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed lime residue build up on the top of the dishwasher.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees working on the cook line without hair restraints. Operator had employees put on hats.
Oct 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 3800 GOLF HALL DR, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment vacuum sealing seafood on site and the fish is not frozen before sealing.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment vacuum sealing raw meats and seafood on site without a HACCP plan.
Aug 3, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
Recorded at 3800 GOLF HALL DR, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
5 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed approximately 5lbs of snapper and 4-1/2lbs of salmon that was reduced oxygen packed on site without freezing. Manager set aside food to be discarded.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef skewers stored over sauces and heavy cream. Employee removed beef skewers.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed approximately 5lbs of snapper and 4-1/2lbs of salmon that was reduced oxygen packed without freezing on site. Manager set aside food to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter stored at 78F degrees on the cook line. Observed cooked garlic in oil stored above the cook line temping at 62F degrees.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles containing chemicals stored next to food on the cook line and single service items in the bar area.
Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment vacuum sealing seafood on site and the fish is not frozen before sealing.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment vacuum sealing raw meats and seafood on site without a HACCP plan.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed multiple spray bottles containing cleaner without labels.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed Tupperware container used as scope in the flour.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tank stored behind the bar unsecured.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed non-food grade cloths put on multiple ready to eat foods for moisture absorption.
Food stored on floor. Observed canola oil stored on floor under the cook line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks stored in the right side standing reach in cooler. Employee removed drinks.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed at left side bar.
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