ORIGIN CRAFT BEER AND PIZZA CAFE LANDINGS
4944 S. TAMIAMI TRAIL, Sarasota FL 34231 · 9413502772
Last inspected Nov 13, 2025 · 6 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed spinach artichoke dip date marked 10/30. The operator discarded the dip.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025055900 | Jul 9, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Nov 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the chlorine sanitizer solution for the dishmachine at 0ppm. The operator set up the three compartment sink for proper sanitization. The dishmachine was fixed during the inspection. The dishmachine is at 100ppm.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed spinach artichoke dip date marked 10/30. The operator discarded the dip.
Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed spinach artichoke dip date marked 10/30. The operator discarded the dip.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink behind the bar. The operator stocked the hand sink with paper towels.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Ice buildup on walk-in freezer door jamb.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor near the dishmachine. The sanitizer bucket was properly stored.
Jul 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed a non-food grade plastic bag used for storage in direct contact with cooked cauliflower pizza crust in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed marinara at 1:30 (126F - Hot Holding) near the service window. An employee stated the sauce had been held for approximately 2.5 hours. The marinara sauce was reheated to (168F - Hot Holding) at 2:00.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Accumulation of a mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic portion cup with no handle used as a scoop for black pepper in the kitchen. The portion cup was removed from the pepper.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the bar and the hand sink near the front service window.
Standing water and wet wiping cloths in bottom of reach-in-cooler at the pizza station.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed a non-food grade plastic bag used to stored gluten free pizza crust in the glass door cold holding unit in the kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cut lettuce in the walk in cooler. An employee properly stored the raw shrimp.
A squeeze bottle used for dressing stored in contact with lettuce in the reach in cooler near the service window.
Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of the warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured near the ice machine.
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 and keys stored on a shelf above a food preparation table where an employee was cutting chicken. The employee personal belongings were properly stored.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the bar and near the front service window.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single-service pizza box paper liners stored on the floor in the kitchen. An employee properly stored the paper liners.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked meatballs, cooked sausage, and cooked bacon thawing at room temperature in the kitchen. An employee stored the above foods in the walk in cooler.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Copper or copper alloys in contact with foods with a pH below 6. Observed operator lined drinking cups behind the bar. The operator discontinued use of the cups.
Glass beer bottles stored in ice used for drinks behind the bar. See stop sale. The operator discarded the ice.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed probe thermometer at 42F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal strainer stored inside of the handwashing sink behind the bar. The operator removed the strainer.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured near the ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing near the rear exit.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phones stored on shelves near packaged foods and clean equipment in the kitchen. The employees properly stored the cell phones.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soda bottles stored on the floor in the back of the kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed an in-use knife stored between roll-top doors at the pizza prep reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the knife.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the bar and near the front service window.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single-service paper plates at each table stored with a menu touching the food contact surface. The operator discarded the plate the plate that came in contact with the menu.
Standing water in bottom of the keg cooler behind the bar.
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw chicken stored over bottled beverages in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the bottled beverages.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the service window blocked by a trash can. The operator removed the trash can from the hand sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near the service window. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed spinach artichoke dip not date marked with the date removed from the freezer.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee purse stored on top of pizza boxes in the dry storage area. Observed employee cell phones stored on a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the employee belongings.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw chicken not stored 6 inches off the floor in the walk in freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of tomatoes stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the tomatoes.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the hand sinks behind the bar and near the service window.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed bottles of juice stored in drink ice behind the bar. The operator discarded the ice in the bin.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over ready to eat banana peppers in the glass door reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw shrimp.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed bottles of juice stored in drink ice behind the bar.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the interior of the ice machine soiled with a black mold like substance. The operator cleaned the interior of the machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaging in food preparation wearing a bracelet. The employee removed the bracelet.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored in a plastic container stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. The operator properly stored the chicken.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop stored on a soiled surface at the ice machine. The operator removed the scoop for sanitization.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed an in-use knife stored between roll top doors at the reach in cooler. The operator removed the knife for sanitization.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the area surroundings the nozzles at the self-serve soda machine soiled with a black mold like substance.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed spinach artichoke dip thawing at room temperature. The operator placed the dip in the walk in cooler.
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