OLIVE EATS
2801 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, Sarasota FL 34234 · 941-413-5947
Last inspected Jan 8, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015053074 | Nov 24, 2015 | Dec 30, 2015 | $360 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cut fries stored beneath raw pork. Operator moved the fries.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical window cleaner stored next to dry goods. Operator removed it.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed their sanitizer bucket at 400ppm quaternary. Operator emptied the bucket.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strips for their quaternary sanitizer.
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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 signed agreements. Had the operator sign a copy and emailed him more.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no one wearing hair restraints. Operator had everyone put on hats.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed multiple utensils stored in a sanitizer bucket. Operator removed the utensils.
Oct 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over garlic in the cook line reach in cooler. Operator moved the garlic.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink with dirty dishes inside. The operator removed the dishes.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed lime build up in the inside of the dishmachine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the cook line cutting boards grooved.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed the floor under the cook line equipment with debris and grease build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters and the cook line equipment.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fan covers.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of medicine stored above and with food in the kitchen and dry storage areas. Operator removed the medicine.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Cooked vegetables (50F - Hot Holding. Operator stated they had been out for approximately 1hr. Operator set the vegetables on the burner to be reheated.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple hats stored above/on food equipment in the kitchen. Operator removed the hats.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee working with no hair restraint while cooking food. Employee put on a hat.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on walk in cooler fan covers.
Feb 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the wiping cloth at 250ppm chlorine. Operator emptied out the bucket and corrected it to 100ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink used to defrost meat. Operator placed meat in a reach in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee prepping food with a watch on. Operator had them remove the watch.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fan covers.
Nov 15, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in the dish area with empty chemical bottles inside. Operator removed bottles.
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 food safety training for:M. Traugutt
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a multiple grooved cutting boards in the kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employe working with foods without a hair restraint. Employee put on a hat.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed a build up of grease on the hood filters and the right side of the fryer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee drinks in the walk in cooler. Operator removed drinks.
Sep 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the front make table: Chicken (44F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator put ice on the chicken.
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. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in the dish area with empty chemical bottles inside. Operator removed bottles.
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 food safety training for:M. Traugutt
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 signed agreements. Handed operator a copy to sign and emailed him more. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 spray bottles containing cleaning liquids not labeled. Operator labeled bottles.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a multiple grooved cutting boards in the kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employe working with foods without a hair restraint. Employee put on a hat.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed a build up of grease on the hood filters and the right side of the fryer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee drinks in the walk in cooler. Operator removed drinks.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed food debris build up on the floor of the kitchen underneath the grill/fryer.
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.