PALMS GOLF COURSE INC
1990 S BENEVA RD, Sarasota FL 34232 · 941.388.7241
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jun 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing 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
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 sanitizer.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed rust build up on the inside of the ice machine.
Garbage enclosure area in disrepair. Observed the back fence of the enclosure gone.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed multiple single service utensils presented handle down opal their tables.
Sep 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on their kitchen counter: Butter (76F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for more than 4hrs. Operator willingly disposed of that butter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on their kitchen counter: Butter (76F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for more than 4hrs. Operator willingly disposed of that butter.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their hand wash sink with a cutting board inside. Operator removed it.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed the bathroom doors not self closing.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed them using cardboard on their back dry storage shelves.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 10 dead palmetto bugs on the floor of the kitchen,approximately 1 dead palmetto bugs on the floor of the ware washing area, and observed approximately 3 dead palmetto bugs on the floor of the bar.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed their forks and spoons with their utensil side up.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed onions in direct contact with a non food grade plastic bag. Operator removed the onions.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the ice machine.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line shelves in the dry storage area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed their dumpster missing a drain plug.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service dishes stored un-inverted in the kitchen. Operator inverted them.
Jan 10, 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 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 operator sign an agreement.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the ice bin in the warewashing area.
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
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.
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. Printed out a copy for the operator to sign and emailed him more. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining a shelf in the dry storage area. Operator removed cardboard.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Observed unclean-able knife block in the kitchen. Operator disposed of knife block.
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