LUCKY 8
1812 S OSPREY AVE, Sarasota FL 34239 · 941-289-1592
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in Reachin Cooler to left of Hand wash sink Cut Tomatoes 52F, Cut Lettuce 57F, Fresh Mozzarella 50F, and Ambient temperature of 49.8F
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015026103 | Jun 4, 2015 | Jun 25, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed scoop in 127F water. Operator turned up well.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed at bar hand sink.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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 bar dish machine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Operator called for service and will use dish machine in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler next to hand sink, cold holding hard cooked eggs 56F, feta cheese 57F. Operator discarded eggs and iced product. Called for service.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed in walk in cooler, shell eggs stored over ready to eat sauce. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
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.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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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.Observed no employee training certificates.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
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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 Dishwashing Machine at chlorine 0ppm. Manager to call for service and set up triple sink with quaternary. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in Reachin Cooler to left of Hand wash sink Cut Tomatoes 52F, Cut Lettuce 57F, Fresh Mozzarella 50F, and Ambient temperature of 49.8F
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.Educated cook on protocol of keeping tags with shellfish u til finished, then dating tag and keeping for 90 days.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Handwash sink was blocked by garbage and fan. Employee corrected to clear access.
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.Observed no employee training certificates.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed cook engaged in preparation without hair restraint. Employee corrected by wearing hat.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Bad odor in kitchen near Dishwashing Machine and triple sink area.
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.