VILLAGE CAFE
5133 OCEAN BLVD, Sarasota FL 34242 · (941)349-2822
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
JUL 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
NOV 25
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 18 points off where it started.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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 dishmachine chlorine at 0ppm after several attempts.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed wet nesting on plastic drinking cups stacked next to soda machine.
Nov 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Nov 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer bucket used by cooks at 0 ppm chlorine. Cook corrected to 50ppm.
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 dish machine at 0 ppm chlorine.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed she'll eggs over cut tomatoes in double door reach in cooler. Observed smoked salmon over ham in walk in cooler. Cook rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Abrasives and detergents not removed during the rinse process.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic drink cups wet nesting and stacked by soda station. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed spoon handle in brown sugar on cook line. Cook removed.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over cooked potato and diced ham in 2 door cooler on cook line, and smoked salmon over chicken stock and vegetables in walk in cooler. Employee rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on can opener blade.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink with pans inside in dish machine area. Employee removed items.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic drink cups stacked and wet nesting near soda machine.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed 2 small holes in wall behind dish machine approximately 1/4". As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Jul 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed peeling paint above east side cook line reach in cooler.
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 grouper not cut or removed from vacuum seal. Employee removed after education.
Hole in or other damage to wall.Observed wall peeling with 2 small holes behind dish machine.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Jan 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized.Observed sanitizer bucket at appropriate 25 ppm. Employee corrected to 100 ppm.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook changing gloves after touching shell eggs without hand wash. Cook washed hands and changed gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed soiled can opener blade. Employee cleaned.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed paint peeling on ceiling above can opener in kitchen.
Equipment and utensils rinsed after the application of the sanitizer solution. Observed dish machine sanitizer being dispensed during the first wash. Operator to call service.
Hole in or other damage to wall.Observed wall peeling behind dishwashing machine and 2 small holes in wall.
Aug 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed smoked salmon over ready to eat deli meats in Walkin Cooler.Operator rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
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. Did not observe any vomit/diarrhea cleanup plan. Printed copy for operator. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on ice machine white plastic guard.
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 fish in sealed bags. Employee corrected by cutting bags.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed 2 gaskets on Reachin Cooler 3 door damaged on cook line closest to back door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand-washing sign at sink by soda machine in kitchen.
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.