THE SHEBEEN IRISH PUB AND KITCHEN
6641 MIDNIGHT PASS RD, Sarasota FL 34242
Last inspected Sep 10, 2025 · 10 visits since November 2023
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.
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches in bar area,6 live roaches in soda machine area behind bar, 2 live roaches in reach in cooler in kitchen, and 4 live roaches in reach in upright cooler.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024041640 | Jul 17, 2024 | Aug 13, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed unmarked spray bottle on kitchen floor.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance inside ice machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.Observed co2 tanks not secured behind bar.
Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing in public bathrooms. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager..
Show the remaining 1 finding ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 2 damaged ceiling tiles in kitchen preparation area.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed raw ground beef over garlic butter and minced garlic in kitchen reach in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on French fry potato cutter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance inside ice machine bin.
Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing in bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed 3 door glass reach in cooler not operating.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
Show 3 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches in bar area,6 live roaches in soda machine area behind bar, 2 live roaches in reach in cooler in kitchen, and 4 live roaches in reach in upright cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in lo boy refrigerator Cold Holding Cut Tomatoes 49F, Sausages 55F. Employee discarded.
Dead roaches on premises.Observed 3 dead roaches in triple sink
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Show 1 finding ▾
Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Observed siding ceiling tile above preparation table in kitchen. Priority: Basic
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Show 2 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed approximately 4 ceiling tiles in preparation and triple sink area which are damaged or have holes.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in 3 door glass reachin cooler.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
Show 5 findings ▾
Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed food debris on potato press. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed soufflé cups used as scoops in cheese on top of reachin cooler. Priority: Basic
Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Observed siding ceiling tile above preparation table in kitchen. Priority: Basic
Observed: No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Did not observe a marked mop sink inside or behind restaurant. Priority: Basic
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed raw beef over cooked corned beef in center glass cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at either hand wash 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.
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 for operator and employee signed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed black substance on top of interior of ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing.Observed missing ceiling tile in kitchen
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 defrosted salmon in reachin cooler on cook line defrosted and not cut. Operator cut hole in package.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed in kitchen lights without shield.
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.