MARCELS
1568 MAIN ST, Sarasota FL 34236 · 727-510-0656
Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over half and half in the reach in cooler in the preparation area. Owner removed the eggs.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna stored in the reach in cooler next to the cook line bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Manager discarded the tuna.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Pan of clean knives stored next to the hand wash sink in the cook line area. Owner removed the knives to be sanitized.
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Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna stored in the reach in cooler next to the cook line bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Manager discarded the tuna.
Equipment in poor repair. Pot and pan racks in the dishwasher area rusted.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under the door of the back exit.
Food stored on floor. Several cases of food stored on the floor in the dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at the hand wash sinks next to the ice machine in the kitchen, the men's bathroom and the left side of the bar area.
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels lining a pan of meatballs in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed the paper towel.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored next to clean glasses in the front counter area, next to clean equipment in the kitchen and next to liquor bottles in the bar area. Employees removed all the spray bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Ice machine in the bar area soiled.
Equipment in poor repair. Top interior of the microwave oven in the preparation area rusted. Storage racks in the dishwasher area rusted.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment in the bar area soiled.
Food stored on floor. Containers and cases of food stored on the floor in the 2nd floor dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing signs at the hand wash sinks in the front counter and bar areas.
Jul 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Owner discarded the salmon
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jeremy Duclut 2/7/20 National Registary of Food Service Safety, Only CFM for the establishment.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at the hand washing sink next to the ice machine in the kitchen. Owner placed soap at the hand washing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Owner labeled the bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Interior of the ice machine in the bar area soiled.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Owner discarded the salmon.
Equipment in poor repair. Pot and pan racks in the dishwasher area have rusted shelves. Interior top of the microwave oven in the preparation area rusted.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment in the bar area soiled.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Employee removed and sanitized the utensils.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of all chest freezers in the dry storage area soiled.
Dec 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Ground beef stored over hummus in the reach in cooler next to the cook line. Owner removed the beef.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles of cleaning fluid stored next to clean glasses in the bar area. Owner removed the bottles.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kits for the sanitizer buckets.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors in the bar area under all equipment soiled.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stored in the cracks of equipment in the cook line area. Owner removed the knives to be sanitized.
Jun 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sinks in the front counter area.
Apr 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
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. Sanitizer reading of the dishmachine reading 00ppm chlorine Manager stoped using the dishmachine.Operator set up the 3 compartment sink to properly sanitize equipment until the dishmachine is repaired, and called the technician.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kits for the dishmachine.
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.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sinks in the front counter area.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Owner placed the tank outside.
Nov 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kits for the dishwasher.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed consumer advisory to the operator. Operator printed and posted the consumer advisory before the end of the inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Owner labeled the bottles.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back exit of the establishment.
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.