MOUTHOLE
2637 MALL DR, Sarasota FL 34231 · 941.586.1998
Last inspected Dec 11, 2025 · 8 visits since August 2023
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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 cheese sauce (62F - Cold Holding) in the prep area. The operator stated the cheese sauce has been held for approximately 1 hour. The operator placed the cheese sauce on time for public health control.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink blocked by a bread rack. The operator moved the rack allowing access to the hand sink.
Accumulation of a slime-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the reach in freezer door handle soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a package of plastic portion cups. The operator properly stored the cell phone.
Jul 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over a plastic bucket of pickles in the 2-door reach in cooler. Observed raw ground beef stored over cooked beef in the 2-door reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw animal products.
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/ Observed Raymond Mabalot food manager certification expired 1/4/2025.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese sauce (62F - Cold Holding) in the prep area. The operator stated the cheese sauce has been held for approximately 1 hour. The operator placed the cheese sauce on time for public health control.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles stored hanging near single-service to go boxes in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the chemicals.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle used as a scoop for brown sugar in the kitchen. The operator removed the bowl form the brown sugar.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink in the back of the kitchen blocked by a cutting board. The operator removed the cutting board allowing access to the hand sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the back of the kitchen. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. The operator was printed and posted a consumer advisory.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed self-service plastic spoons stored with the food contact surface upright. The operator voluntarily discarded the spoons.
The rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Oct 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 10, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken and sausage jambalaya (51F - Cold Holding); beef base (50F - Cold Holding); sausage gravy (46F - Cold Holding); sausage chili (45F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler. The operator discarded the jambalaya date marked 10/9. The operator discarded the beef base. The operator placed the sausage gravy and the sausage chili both date marked 10/10 in an ice bath to reach the proper temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken and sausage jambalaya (51F - Cold Holding); beef base (50F - Cold Holding); sausage gravy (46F - Cold Holding); sausage chili (45F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler. The operator discarded the jambalaya date marked 10/9. The operator discarded the beef base. The operator placed the sausage gravy and the sausage chili both date marked 10/10 in an ice bath to reach the proper temperature.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl with no handle used as a scoop for rice in the kitchen. The operator removed the plastic bowl.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle used for spice mix not stored above the food product. The operator removed the scoop for sanitization.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl with no handle used as a scoop for rice in the kitchen. The operator removed the plastic bowl.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked crawfish thawing in standing water in the prep sink. The operator turned on cold running water for proper thawing.
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