LA MUCCA BALLERINA
1668 MAIN ST, Sarasota FL 34236 · 941-366-7600
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018045512 | Aug 23, 2018 | Jan 4, 2019 | $400 |
| 7--2018060091 | Oct 24, 2018 | Dec 20, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw chicken changed their gloves and handed clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee removed the equipment to be sanitized, washed their hands and changed gloves.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched their face then handled clean utensils without washing their hands. Employee removed the utensils then washed their hands
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at the hand wash sink next to the cook line. Owner placed soap at the hand wash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Clean equipment stored next to the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Employee removed the equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of the ovens on the cook line soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pot and pan shelves in the dishwasher area soiled.
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head soiled.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pot and pan shelves in the dishwasher area soiled.
Aug 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Water pitcher stored in the hand wash sink in the wait station area. Employee removed the item.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Container of vegetable soup stored in the reach in cooler next to the cook line with no date mark. Owner stated the soup was prepared on 8/15. Owner placed a date mark on the soup.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Clean utensils stored next to the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Employee removed the utensils.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pot and pan shelves in the dishwasher area soiled.
Feb 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Feb 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Sanitizer reading of the dishwasher 00ppm chlorine. Manager stoped using the dishwasher, set up the three compartment sink to properly sanitize and called the technician.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled in shell clams then clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee removed the equipment to be sanitized and washed their hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over mozzarella cheese in the reach in cooler across from the cook line. Employee removed the eggs.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Water pitcher stored in the hand washing sink next to the ice machine in the kitchen. Employee removed the pitcher.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink next to the ice machine in the kitchen. Employee placed soap at the hand washing sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on the cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken training at room temperature next to the three compartment sink. Employee placed the chicken in the reach in cooler.
Sep 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw chicken then the handles of the reach in cooler without changing gloves and washing their hands. Employee washed their hands, changed gloves and sanitized the reach in cooler handles.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Water pitcher stored in the hand washing sink next to the cook line. Employee removed the item.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Manager labeled the bottles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on the cook line.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked broccoli in the drawer reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed the broccoli.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer +200ppm chlorine. Manager replaced the sanitizer new reading 100ppm.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cut bell peppers before washing. Employee washed the cut and and uncut peppers.
Sep 14, 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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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. Provided operator with handouts, Operator filled out the form before the end of the inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at the hand washing sink next to the cook line. Operator placed soap at hand washing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna stored in the reach in cooler next to the cook line with no date mark. Operator stated the lasagna was prepared on 9/11. Operator placed a date mark on the lasagna.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Operator labeled the bottles.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling in the dinning room area showing water damage.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall across from the cook line soiled.
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.