PERUVIAN GRILL
3131 CLARK RD UNIT 103, Sarasota FL 34231 · 9415272670
Last inspected Feb 4, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired 12/1/2023.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023030749 | May 25, 2023 | Jul 24, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 21 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee beverage personal medicine on top of flour and reach-in cooler bin in kitchen.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed pesticide in back area of kitchen on shelf over canned goods.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and beef in top of cold, holding meat table over diced onions and heavy cream in the bottom of meat table. Observed case of raw shell eggs in walk-in cooler over ready to eat food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following raw shell eggs on cook line at 50°.F, block of butter on cook line at 48°F. Cooked stated items had been out of reaching cooler for approximately one hour and returned both items to reach in cooler.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed pans of cleaning chemicals on counter next to uncover pans of defrosting foods.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed package of cream cheese in walk-in cooler employee stated the commercial items listed above had been opened more than 24 hours prior.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed onsite reduced hand wash sink at front counter with cleaning supplies in it. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
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. Printed copies Employee health agreement and operator had staff sign papers.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed fresh cut vegetables in walk-in cooler, cooked shrimp, scallops, and seafood in cold holding make table all Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in flour bin. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Cardboard used on floor in walk-in cooler as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Repeat from last inspection 8-21-25
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed onsite reduced walk-in cooler floor heavily rusted and not easily cleanable. Repeat from last inspection 8-21-25
Food stored on floor. Observed jug of oil and soy sauce stored on floor next to walk-in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat from last inspection 8-21-25
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil is 74F standing water by cooks line and rice cooker.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Observed walk-in cooler floor soiled. Observed buildup of grease and dirt under and behind kitchen equipment and reach-in cooler and front counter.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet knob for cold water on hand wash sink in kitchen missing. Repeat from last inspection 8-21-25
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed soiled beef, chicken, squid and frozen vegetables on front end counter of dishwasher machine defrosting.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat from last inspection 8-21-25
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate16 Basic
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Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first in the walk in cooler.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the tuna.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing a watch and bracelet.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in the kitchen.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed the floor in the walk in cooler rusted.
Hole in or other damage to wall in the hallway leading to the kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs.
Lights in food the warewashing area are missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels behind the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the cold water at the handwashing sink in the kitchen unable to turn on.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed styrofoam cups stored on the floor in dry storage.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed the operator wash hands in a prep sink in the kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with a buildup of food residue. Observed the handle for the rice cooker soiled with a buildup of food residue.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed the walk in cooler floor rusted.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood vents soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the cold water at the handwashing sink in the kitchen unable to turn on.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry near the walk in cooler.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the fire extinguisher gauge for the extinguisher near the rear exit below the green zone.
Jul 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on the reach in cooler soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Observed the handle for the rice cooker soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable in the kitchen.
Floor not maintained smooth and durable in the walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor underneath equipment on the cook line soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Observed the floor in the walk in cooler soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Interior of the reach in cooler on the cook line in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters on the cook line soiled with an accumulation of grease. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the cold water faucet for the handwashing sink at the entrance to the kitchen in disrepair and unable to turn on.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind the reach in freezers in the kitchen.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the fire extinguisher gauge for the extinguisher near the rear exit below the green zone.
Jul 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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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 sanitization.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut tomatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the eggs due to temperature violation.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shell eggs ambient (57F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (51F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler. The operator stated the above items had been held overnight. The operator discarded the above foods.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shell eggs ambient (57F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (51F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler. The operator stated the above items had been held overnight. The operator discarded the above foods.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink at the front counter blocked by a reach in freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed thawed cooked chicken not date marked with the date removed from the freezer in the reach in cooler near the service window. The operator placed a date on the cooked chicken.
Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on the reach in cooler soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Observed the handle for the rice cooker soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable in the kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys, wallet, and cell phone stored on a shelf near food and equipment above the reach in freezer in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the personal belongings.
Floor not maintained smooth and durable in the walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor underneath equipment on the cook line soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Observed the floor in the walk in cooler soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in-use tongs stored on the oven door handle. The operator properly stored the tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed an in-use ice scoop stored in 70F standing water behind the front counter. The operator properly stored the ice scoop.
Interior of the reach in cooler on the cook line in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters on the cook line soiled with an accumulation of grease. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the cold water faucet for the handwashing sink at the entrance to the kitchen in disrepair and unable to turn on.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind the reach in freezers in the kitchen.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the fire extinguisher gauge for the extinguisher near the rear exit below the green zone.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired 12/1/2023.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with food debris.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages stored on a shelf near clean equipment. The operator properly stored the beverages.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing bracelets. The employee removed the jewelry.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of onions and carrots stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the onions and carrots.
Interior of reach in cooler on the cook line in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled with grease.
Stored food not covered. Observed a container with swai fish uncovered in the walk in cooler. The operator covered the swai.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat chicken soup in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw fish.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed the top of the dishmachine soiled with an accumulation of debris.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license on site.
Cutting board on the cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic buckets with fish and mussels stored on the floor of the walk in cooler.
Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the dumpster lid.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat chicken soup in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw fish.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine wiping cloth solution exceeding 200ppm. The operator discarded the solution and refilled the chlorine solution to 100ppm.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Jorge Corzo food manager certification expired 8/4/2020.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
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/
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed the top of the dishmachine soiled with an accumulation of debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in the kitchen soiled with dust.
Clean linens stored on floor. Observed clean table linens stored on the floor at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator properly stored the table linens.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license on site.
Cutting board on the cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys and cell phone stored on a shelf with clean equipment in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the employee belongings.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic buckets with fish and mussels stored on the floor of the walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with heavy grease
Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the dumpster lid.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall by the front window of the kitchen soiled with dust and food debris.
Jul 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit used to test sanitizer in the three compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license on the premises.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in the walk in cooler with rust and pitting.
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.