PEACH'S RESTAURANT
4292 BEE RIDGE RD, Sarasota FL 34233 · 941.739.8879
Last inspected Sep 30, 2025 · 11 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in reach in cooler Cold holding chicken salad 48F, cut tomatoes 51F.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed some food debris on slicer blade guard. Manager cleaned.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor under soda station next to triple sink.
Jul 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 23, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.Observed 7lb. Can of Fronte tomato sauce with approximately 1 1/2 " dent on lower side of can. Manager removed from dry storage.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed shell eggs over cinnamon crunch topping in reach in cooler on cook line. Cook rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler cold holding coleslaw 49F, ham steak 47F, quiche 49F, turkey 49F, ambient eggs 50F. Observed in glass door cooler at front counter chocolate milk 57F, sour cream 55F. Manager called for service and will move temperature controlled foods to walk in freezer.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed some debris under flanges on exterior top of dish machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black substance on vent over sandwich station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black mold like substance on walk in cooler door gasket.
Apr 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of Starkist tune with dent on rim and approximately a 2" dent in side of can. Manager set aside for return.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris under flanges on top of dish machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on vents and ceiling tiles in kitchen above sandwich station.
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 23, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 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. Observed dish machine chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Person in charge called for service.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in reach in cooler Cold holding chicken salad 48F, cut tomatoes 51F.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark on 3lbs. butter on counter above toaster at 80F without time mark. Person in charge discarded butter. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Employee added hairnet after person in charge requested.
Jul 24, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.Observed cook crack egg then change glove without hand washing. Employee washed hands after manager mentioned.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed Tuna Salad 48F in reach in cooler on cook line under expo window and Butter Chips in front at 68F without time stamp. Manager moved tuna salad to freezer and discarded Butter Chips.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark on shell eggs or butter. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Manager discarded butter and wrote time on eggs.
Ceiling is in disrepair.Observed water leaking from hoods.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.Observed water on floor due to water dripping from full length of hood, hitting the cooks and dripping on floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.Manager removed.
Jul 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Manager marked time on butter during inspection, all items within 3 hours of start. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed next to cook line by stove top. Manager replaced soap.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee drink on preparation table top near slicer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease on side of oven and surrounding floor behind cooking equipment.
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed liquid eggs and shell eggs held on time without time stamp. Employee corrected by adding time.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink between cook line and dishwashing machine. Kitchen manager replaced towels.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on clean food trays by dishwashing machine, and next to shell eggs on cook line counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.Observed back pack in dry storage area next to spices.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 2 employees engaged in food preparation with bracelets and watch.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic food pans stored under preparation table stacked and wet nesting.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized.Observed quaternary bucket on cook line at 0ppm. Manager corrected to 200 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed Butter Chips at front wait station at 61F. Manager removed to freezer, set up smaller bin with ice.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.Observed black substance on ceiling vent over fruit reachin cooler on cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall.Observed 2 lower wall tiles broken near back kitchen door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed gaskets on front line with soiled gaskets. Manager cleaned during inspection.
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee wearing gloves crack eggs and then dish up fruit without hand washing. Employee washed hands after education.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade, employee corrected by cleaning.
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. Manager Printed agreements and completed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop handle in sugar bin. Manager corrected by removing.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed 2 cracked tiles on lower wall in rear utility area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.Observed tongs on oven door handle, employee corrected by relocating.
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