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4309 N TAMIAMI TRAIL, Sarasota FL 34234 · 9415498840
Last inspected Oct 29, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
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3 inspections trending up, 17 points better than where it started.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 20 dead small flying insects on a hanging sticky trap in the seating area.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025088493 | Oct 29, 2025 | Mar 3, 2026 | $200 |
| 7--2024056290 | Aug 14, 2024 | Nov 4, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Oct 29, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the front desk employee who sets up breakfast with no certificate after working for 90 days.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples not wrapped and with no utensils.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed their dumpster missing a drain plug.
Aug 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Private home/living/sleeping area used to conduct food operation. Observed an air mattress set up in the warewashing area. Operator removed it.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in their back reach in cooler: Milk (48F - Cold Holding). Operator states it has been there for approximately 3 days. Operator willingly disposed of the product.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in their back reach in cooler: Milk (48F - Cold Holding). Operator states it has been there for approximately 3 days. Operator willingly disposed of the product.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the warewashing hand sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the front desk employee who sets up breakfast with no certificate after working for 90 days.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the warewashing hand sink.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples not wrapped and with no utensils.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed their microwave door with heavy rust build up.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed their dumpster missing a drain plug.
Aug 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 40 small dead insects on the floor of the back dry storage area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the bathroom or kitchen hand wash sinks.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water and soda stored on the floor of the establishment.
Open dumpster lid. Observed the dumpster lid open.
Sep 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 24, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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 expired certificate under: A Patel expired 9/2/19 Manager is only food handler on staff.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for the three compartment sink.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 20 dead small flying insects on a hanging sticky trap in the seating area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the concrete wall of the back storage area.
Aug 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of medicine and insulin stored in a reach in cooler above food. Operator removed medicine and insulin.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 50 small dead insects on the floor of the back storage area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on the front counter: Butter Chips (75F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (75F - Cold Holding). Operator had stated they had been out for approximately 4 hrs. Advised operator to dispose of food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the front counter: Butter Chips (75F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (75F - Cold Holding). Operator had stated they had been out for approximately 4 hrs. Advised operator to dispose of food.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored next to and above food in the dry storage area. Operator removed chemicals from the area.
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 expired certificate under: A Patel expired 9/2/19 Manager is only food handler on staff.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for the three compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sinks in the dishwashing area and the employee bathroom. Employee placed paper towels at the sinks. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 20 dead small flying insects on a hanging sticky trap in the seating area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the shared employee bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of sugar and hot sauce stored on the floor of the back storage area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the concrete wall of the back storage area.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink stored in the standing reach in cooler in the back dry storage area. Operator removed drink.
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