TAMIAMI TRAIL CATERING LLC
436 CENTRAL AVE, Sarasota FL 34236 · 561-309-2144
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork in the reach in cooler in the expo area. Operator removed the chicken.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024045146 | Jul 11, 2024 | Sep 19, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1100 N TUTTLE AVE UNITS 1-2, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Octopus and salmon stored in pans lined with non food grade paper towel in the reach in cooler on the sushi line. Employee removed the paper towels.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork in the reach in cooler in the expo area. Operator removed the chicken.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken removed from the original packaging stored over raw beef in the stand up reach in freezer next to the cook line. Operator placed the chicken below the beef.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Operator removed the can opener to be sanitized.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Exhaust hood on the cook line soiled.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1100 N TUTTLE AVE UNITS 1-2, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored on top of containers of cooked meats in the server reach in cooler. Operator removed it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris buildup up on their can opener.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed their cook line paper towel dispenser not working. Operator removed the towels to manually use.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed an employee lunch in the walk in cooler and drink bottles in their reach in cooler not properly separated or labeled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal items stored on top of their microwave and prep area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a whisk in 85F standing water. Operator removed it.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored next to a clean measuring pitcher on a shelf in the cook line area. Owner removed bottles.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Owner placed a sign at the hand wash sink.
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1100 N TUTTLE AVE UNITS 1-2, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat sauces in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the eggs.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored with food products in the dry storage area. Operator removed the drinks.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee phones stored above the cook line. Operator removed them.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash build up on the pad of their shared plaza dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in their standing reach in freezer.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1100 N TUTTLE AVE UNITS 1-2, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a container of residential use only insecticide stored inside the establishment. Operator disposed of it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink used to rinse utensils.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up in the ice bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl as a scoop in flour.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed the can opener holder soiled.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash build up on the community pad.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken and fish being defrosting on a prep table. Operator placed them into the walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust and debris build up on the walk in cooler shelves.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
Recorded at 1100 N TUTTLE AVE UNITS 1-2, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
4 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a container of mouth wash stored next to food in the front storage area. Operator removed the container.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed a non food grade bag in direct contact with food in the reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat soup in the cook line make table and observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the chicken and shell eggs. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hand soap stored over clean dishes in the warewashing area. Operator removed soap. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris and rust build up on the walk in cooler shelves. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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/ Observed 6 employees engaged in food handling with no certified food manager present. The manager showed up part was into the inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the warewashing hand wash sink.
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 their sushi rice. Emailed operator the plan.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls in use as scoops for multiple food in the dry storage area. Operator removed the bowls.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink stored with food in the back dry storage area.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash build up on the pad of the shared plaza dumpster.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop holder with dirty water.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1100 N TUTTLE AVE UNITS 1-2, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. Observed no letter for farm raised and pellet fed salmon. Operator had a letter emailed to them.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cut vegetables in the walk-in cooler. Operator moved the shell eggs.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle of containing cleaning chemicals stored with food in the kitchen. Operator removed the bottle.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple soiled shelves in the walk-in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a unlabeled spray bottle containing chemicals in the kitchen. Operator labeled the bottle.
Sep 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1100 N TUTTLE AVE UNITS 1-2, Sarasota — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled their phone and then touched clean utensils without washing their hands. Employee washed hands and changed gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed whole shell eggs being kept on the line at room temperature. Operator stated they had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed eggs in the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the front counter in the kitchen: Cooked rice (115F - Hot Holding) Operator stated that it had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator reheated rice and placed it into a hot holding unit.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed no big 6 knowledge or poster. Handed operator a copy of the big 6 to post. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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 or kit. Handed operator a copy to post. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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 operator sign a copy and emailed them more. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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: S. Hamsapiro, V. Veeray, C. Veeray, etc.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed a build up of food debris on the top of the dishwashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being used as scoops in containers of rice, sugar, and pinko. Operator removed bowls. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a build up of dust on the ceiling tiles and vents in the kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees drinks stored on the prep table in the kitchen. Operator moved the drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and glasses stored above the kitchen prep table. Operator removed phone and glasses.
Food stored on floor. Observed shrimp stored on the floor of the kitchen. Operator placed shrimp back into the walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp being defrosted at room temperature in the kitchen. Operator placed shrimp in the walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed a build up of dust on the vent covers in the walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed a build up of rust on the walk in cooler shelves.
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.