LOCAL SPOT 941
2045 S TAMIAMI TRL, Venice FL 34293 · 941-301-1900
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025037914 | Apr 11, 2025 | Oct 10, 2025 | $320 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Repeat from last inspection 6-19-26
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat from last inspection 6-19-26
Jun 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 chemical test kit expired 5/2024.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured near the employee restroom.
Cutting boards have cut marks and are longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed an accumulation of grease behind the equipment on the cook line.
Ice buildup in the chest style reach-in freezer near the cook line across from the hand sink.
Single door reach-in cooler on the cook line interior has an accumulation of soil residues.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry near the hand sink. The operator properly stored the wet mop.
Feb 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - Observed in the sweet shop side of establishment the following issues. Operator has move location of stove to office store room area and has added reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer and is doing food prep in that room. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
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. Observed Mary Seiders employee over 60 days no proof of training.
Jan 5, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 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. Observed dishwasher machine at 000 ppm chlorine sanitizer. instructed operator they may use the machine to wash dishware and utensils, but must use three compartment sink to sanitize items once they come out of the dish machine and then allow items to properly air dry.
No plan review submitted and approved - Observed in the sweet shop side of establishment the following issues. Operator has move location of stove to office store room area and has added reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer and is doing food prep in that room. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
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. Observed Mary Seiders employee over 60 days no proof of training.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dec 18, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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. Observed dishwasher machine at 000 ppm chlorine sanitizer. instructed operator they may use the machine to wash dishware and utensils, but must use three compartment sink to sanitize items once they come out of the dish machine and then allow items to properly air dry.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed operator renewed license at time of inspection. License is current and post.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed floor throughout cans of Raid bug spray on shelf in back of kitchen by employee restroom.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell raw shell eggs in reach-in cooler in office store room over cool whip and butter blocks. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
No plan review submitted and approved - Observed in the sweet shop side of establishment the following issues. Operator has move location of stove to office store room area and has added reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer and is doing food prep in that room. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
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. Observed Mary Seiders employee over 60 days no proof of training.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Jun 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 11, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Feb 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Observed gaskets on reach-in-coolers soiled.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup once equipment.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Sep 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot running water at handwashing sink in bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverages in reach-in-cooler in kitchen
Dec 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee hand raw beef the handle sandwich roll without changing gloves and washing hands. Informed operator of what they did and operator disposed of roll and changed gloves.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cans of spray clean on top of small reach-in cooler. Observed operator move chemicals for proper storage.
Jul 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of pesticide spray on chemical storage shelf in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
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.