LA VIOLETTA MARKET & KITCHEN
4837 SWIFT RD, Sarasota FL 34231 · 941-953-2164
Last inspected Jun 18, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blue cheese stuffed olives (52F - Cold Holding) at the bar. The operator stated the stuffed olives have been out for approximately 1 hour. The operator placed the olives in the reach in cooler.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Expired chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the chlorine test kit expired 9/2024.
Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed beef and lamb packaged using the reduced oxygen method for sous vide missing the time for when the food was packaged.
Accumulation of a black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
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Ice buildup in the white single-door reach-in freezer in the hallway leading to the storage area.
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over bottles of sauce in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The raw bacon was properly stored.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed the chlorine sanitizer test kit expired 9/2024.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near the three compartment sink. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple foods prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date marking.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in freezer door falls off the hinges when opened.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons stored with the food contact surface up at the server station. The operator properly stored the spoons.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a container with fresh mozzarella (50F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler in the cold prep station. The operator stated the mozzarella had been held for approximately 1 hours. The operator placed the container of mozzarella in the lower portion of the reach in cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. The employee put on a proper hair restraint.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed in-use cracked plastic food containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed multiple foods packaged using the reduced oxygen method with no date markings or production times. The operator stated the foods had been packaged within the last 48 hours.
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw dover sole stored over cheese in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw fish.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee wearing gloves touch a trash can then handle a clean scoop for salt.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink blocked by a trash can. Observed the handwashing sink behind the bar blocked by a blender. The operator moved the obstructions.
Spray bottles containing toxic substance not labeled in the dish area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored near clean dishware on the cook line. The employee properly stored the cell phone.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed raw beef stored using reduced oxygen packaging not properly labeled. The operator stated the raw beef was packaged earlier in the day for evening service.
Jun 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink blocked by a trash can. Observed the handwashing sink behind the bar blocked by a blender.
Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the bar.
Apr 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed brown paper bags used to stored bread in the reach in freezer.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee touch soiled microwave buttons then handle clean dishware without changing gloves and washing hands.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink blocked by a trash can. Observed the handwashing sink behind the bar blocked by a blender.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops stored in 75F standing water. The operator removed the scoops from the water.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the bar.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ricotta cheese in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blue cheese stuffed olives (52F - Cold Holding) at the bar. The operator stated the stuffed olives have been out for approximately 1 hour. The operator placed the olives in the reach in cooler.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ice buildup in stand up reach-in freezer in the storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign for the sink behind the bar. Observed no handwashing sign for the sink at the coffee station.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed thawed tuna not removed from reduced oxygen packaging with label indicating to remove from packaging prior to thawing. The operator discarded the tuna..
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