MABLE
2831 N TAMIAMI TRL, Sarasota FL 34234 · 941.487.7373
Last inspected Dec 3, 2025 · 8 visits since September 2023
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DEC 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no vomit clean up plan. Handed operator a copy to post.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over a case of beer in the walk in cooler. Operator removed it.
Aug 25, 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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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease and food debris build up behind the fryers.
Aug 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Copper or copper alloys in contact with foods with a pH below 6. Observed copper alloy beer mugs at the bar. Operator disposed of the mugs.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed a container of raw chicken stored over their beer kegs in the walk in cooler. Operator placed it on the bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed rop tuna not opened or removed from its package before thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the product.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed the kitchen hand sink not functioning at this time.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of a cfm. Operator states they have them but are currently lost in their office.
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 proof of employee training. Operator states they have them but are currently lost in their office.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed rop tuna not opened or removed from its package before thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the product.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed their current license not posted. Operator states they have them but are currently lost in their office.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease and food debris build up behind the fryers.
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for their quaternary triple sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed the restroom not self closing.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a box of raw chicken stored over kegs in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the chicken.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed reduced oxygen packaged tuna not removed from package before thawing. Operator willingly disposed of the tuna.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the bar hand wash sink. Operator placed more towel there.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers not stored inverted. Operator inverted them.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed reduced oxygen packaged tuna not removed from package before thawing. Operator willingly disposed of the tuna.
Mar 20, 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 kitchen hand wash sink blocked with a dish rack. Operator removed the rack.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed food debris build up on the floor beneath the kitchen cook line.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fan covers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle of oven cleaner stored over food in the kitchen. Operator removed the bottle.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no proof of a vomit clean up plan. Emailed operator a copy.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink blocked with a dish rack. Operator removed the rack.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the bar hand wash sink used as a ice dump sink. Operator removed the ice.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of a certified food manager.
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. Observed no proof of employee agreement. Had operator sign an agreement and emailed them more copies. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the bar hand wash sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed food debris build up on the floor beneath the kitchen cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no paper towels at the bar hand wash sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fan covers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer buckets stored on the floor of the kitchen and bar. Operator placed buckets on another bucket.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no vomit clean up plan. Handed operator a copy to post.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for the quaternary triple sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the kitchen and bar hand wash sinks.
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. Observed no employee agreements. Had operator sign a copy and emailed more.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the bar hand wash sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom doors not self closing.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed reduced oxygen fish not removed from package when thawed. Operator removed fish from packages.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the women's restroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened employee drink stored on the kitchen prep table and above food in the dry storage area. Operator removed drinks.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash signs at any of the establishments hand wash sinks.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the fan covers in the walk in cooler.
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.