SHILLA KOREAN RESTAURANT
501 N BENEVA RD. SUITE 240, Sarasota FL 34232
Last inspected Oct 21, 2025 · 5 visits since October 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
OCT 23
AUG 24
AUG 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025067828 | Aug 20, 2025 | Oct 8, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed the floor under the cook line with grease and debris build up.
Aug 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw seafood stored over unwashed cucumbers in the left side reach in cooler. Operator removed the meat.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked rice in the right side reach in cooler. Operator removed the beef.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed the only certified food managers certificate expired on 2/6/25.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl being used as a scoop for the flour.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed the floor under the cook line with grease and debris build up.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knives stored between equipment on the cook line. Operator removed them.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers not inverted.
Sep 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a container of denture cream stored with food in the dry storage area. Operator removed the container.
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 the dishwasher machine at 0ppm chlorine. Had the operator set up the triple sink at 100ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over ready to eat bean sprouts in the right side reach in cooler.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed the operator wash his hands in the triple 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. Observed no proof of employee training.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed a case of batteries stored above food in the reach in cooler.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over unwashed and un cut cabbage in a reach in cooler. Operator moved beef.
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.
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 operators sign a copy ad emailed them more.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired employee food handler training for all employees.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple grooved cutting boards in the kitchen.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed a build up of debris and grease on the floor beneath the cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil and sal on the floor of the kitchen and dry storage 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.