LIDO ISLAND GRILL
400 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, Sarasota FL 34236 · 610.999.9838
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025056064 | Jul 15, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2018038431 | Jun 18, 2018 | Aug 9, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw mahi stored over ketchup packets in the walk in cooler. Chef removed the mahi
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored over raw fish in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Chef removed the ground beef.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice scoop in the ice cream area soiled. Employee removed the ice scoop to be cleaned and sanitized.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phones and speaker storage on a shelf on the cook line. Chef removed the items.
Dec 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on a preparation table on the cook line. Employee removed the phone.
Oct 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 their phone then clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee removed the equipment to be sanitized and washed their hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled. Employee disassembled, cleaned and sanitized the slicer.
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. All employee food handler training expired on 7/30/25.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on a preparation table on the cook line. Employee removed the phone.
Stored food not covered. Container of fruit cup stored in the walk in cooler in without a cover. Chef placed a cover on the fruit cup.
Jul 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 5 cans of cheese sauce dented at the seams. Chef placed the items aside for a refund.
Employee washed hands with no soap. The employee was informed and properly washed their hands.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Pesticide-emitting strip hanging next to the cook line. Chef removed the strip.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over cooked lobster in the walk in cooler. Chef placed the fish below the lobster.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw fish then clean utensils without changing gloves. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized, washed their hands and charge gloves.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Calamari (53F - Cold Holding); Cod (52F - Cold Holding); stored in double pans in the top section of the reach in cooler on the left side of the cook line. Chef stated the items were stored in the reach in cooler for more than 4 hours. Chef discarded the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Calamari (53F - Cold Holding); Cod (52F - Cold Holding); stored in double pans in the top section of the reach in cooler on the left side of the cook line. Chef stated the items were stored in the reach in cooler for more than 4 hours. Chef discarded the items.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Cher labeled the bottles.
Equipment in poor repair. Shelves on the rack next to the three compartment sink rusted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Table fan on the cook line soiled. Employee removed the fan.
Dec 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee dried hands on their apron after washing. The employee properly washed and dried their hands.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw fish then changed gloves and handled clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee removed the equipment to be sanitized and washed their hands and changes 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 picked an item of the floor then handled clean utensils without washing their hands Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized and washed their hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Calamari (55F - Cold Holding); Cod (54F - Cold Holding) Stored in the top section of the reach in cooler on the left side of the cook line (only temperature control items in the top section). Chef stated the items were stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Chef discarded the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Calamari (55F - Cold Holding); Cod (54F - Cold Holding) Stored in the top section of the reach in cooler on the left side of the cook line (only temperature control items in the top section). Chef stated the items were stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Chef discarded the items.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on the top of reach in cooler on the cook line next to uncovered food. Employee removed the drink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in the walk in cooler soiled.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 5 cans of cheese sauce stored in the dry storage area dented at the seams. Manager placed the cans aside for a refund.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed handouts to the operator.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Employee labeled the bottles.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees were informed and placed a hair restraint on.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in the walk in cooler soiled.
Dec 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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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 their phone then clean utensils without washing their hands. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized and washed their hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored over cut and washed vegetables in the walk-in cooler. Chef removed the pork.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to clean pans on a shelf next to the three compartment sink. Chef removed the bottle.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phones stored on preparation tables in the kitchen. Chef removed the phone.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee was informed and placed a hair restraint on.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment on the cook line and the bar area soiled.
Food stored on floor. Cases of liquor store on the floor in the hallway next to the walk-in cooler bar area, the cardboard box cases are torn, soiled and water logged.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light next to the walk-in cooler missing a shield.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks stored in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed drinks.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Plastic forks and spoons set out for self service are not wrapped or in a protective dispense. Manager removed the spoons and forks.
Jul 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed their hands in a three compartment sink. Educated manager and employees to wash their hands in a hand washing sink only.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles in the bar area soiled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on a preparation table on the cook line. Employee removed the phone.
Food stored on floor. Cases of liquor store on the floor in the hallway next to the walk-in cooler bar area, the cardboard box cases area torn, soiled and water logged.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield misses in the dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open employee drink stored in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed the drink.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Plastic forks and spoons set out for self service are not wrapped or in a protective dispense. Manager removed the spoons and forks. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.