SARASOCIAL
1990 MAIN ST STE 112, Sarasota FL 34236 · 732-915-5786
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored over raw pork in the walk in cooler. Owner removed the ground beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheddar cheese (58F - Cold Holding); Cooked eggs (56F - Cold Holding); Stored stacked above the pan fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee stated the items had been stored in the reach in cooler for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed the items in the bottom section of the reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to the cook line block by a speed rack. Owner removed the speed rack.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at the hand wash sink next to the ice machine. Owner placed soap at the hand wash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked potatoes stored in the walk in cooler with no date make. Owner stated the potatoes were cooked on 3/7. Owner placed a date mark on the pita.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Large cutting board on the cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of the convection oven on the cook line soiled.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth sanitizer reading 00ppm chlorine. Owner replaced the sanitizer, new reading 75ppm chlorine.
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored next to liquor bottles in the bar area. Owner removed the bottles.
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. Emailed handout to the operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at the hand wash sink in the bar and back kitchen area. Owner placed paper towels at the hand wash sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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 form, owner filled out the form before the end of the inspection.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Mop sink in the kitchen not draining.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 8, 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over ground beef in the walk in cooler. Chef removed the chicken.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer reading +200ppm chlorine. Chef replaced the sanitizer, new reading 100ppm chlorine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Clean food container stored next to the hand washing sink in the back kitchen area. Chef removed the containers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dish machine plate racks soiled.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Liquor bottles stored in ice used for drinks in the bar area. Employee discarded the ice. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon stored over cut and washed lettuce in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed the salmon.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Liquor bottles stored in ice used for drinks in the bar area. Employee discarded the ice.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed there hand in a three compartment sink. The employee properly washed their hands
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink next to the dishwasher. Manager placed paper towels at the hand washing sink.
Oct 19, 2023Inspection 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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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to beverage bottles in the bar area. Employee removed the spray bottle.
Food stored near sink exposed to splash. Bags of flour stored next to the hand washing sink in the back preparation area. Owner removed the flour.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Wine chest reach in cooler in the bar area.
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.