RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE #7386
6490 UNIVERSITY PKWY, Sarasota FL 34240
Last inspected Nov 24, 2025 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef stored over whole pork in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the pork.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee go from dirty dishes to clean dishes without washing their hands. Operator had them rerun the dishes and wash their hands
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored next to clean dishes on the cook line and next to food in the bread prep area. Operator removed them.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed a scoop handle in contact with tomatoes on the cook line. Operator removed the scoop.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils at the bar in 85F standing water. Operator turned in the water.
Aug 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed paper towels missing from two hand sinks. Operator placed more there.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for there 4hr butter and cheese olives. I emailed the operator a copy who filled it out.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored above clean dishes and food prep areas. Operator removed them.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee lunches in the walk in and the ware washing area not labeled. Operator removed them.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed two employees wearing watches/brackets while preparing foods. Operator had them removed.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a flour handle in contact with food. Operator placed it above the food.
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed reduced oxygen packaged tuna thawed before being removed from packing. Operator willingly disposed of the tuna.
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. See stop sale. Observed butter and cheese olives listed on their time as a public health control plan for 4hrs set out without time marks. Operator stated they had been out for approximately 30minutes and marked them accordingly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed steel polish stored above glass drink bottles in the back storage area. Operator removed the cleaner.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the left side cook line sink. Operator placed more there.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed reduced oxygen packaged tuna thawed before being removed from packing. Operator willingly disposed of the tuna.
Aug 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef stored over whole pork in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the pork.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored above the cook line. Operator removed the drinks.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed two employees wearing watches while engaged in food prep. Operator had them remove their watches.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign for the bar hand wash sink. Operator put up a new sign.
Feb 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a unlabeled spray bottle containing chemicals in the chemical storage area. Operator labeled the bottle.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food on the cook and server line not properly segregated. Operator removed food.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing a watch while preparing food. Operator had the employee take off the watch.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of fryer oil on the floor of the kitchen. Operator removed case.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the right side walk in cooler fan covers.
Sep 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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