VOCO SARASOTA
1223 BLVD OF THE ARTS, Sarasota FL 34236 · 941-487-3800
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Emailed handouts to the operator
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026043970 | May 12, 2026 | Jul 22, 2026 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 12, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Mar 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Cooked sweet potatoes date marked 2/20 and cooked rice date marked 2/19 stored in the walk in cooler. Employee discarded the items.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell eggs then handled a clean utensil without washing their hands. Employee removed the utensil to be sanitized and washed their hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cut and washed potatoes in the stand up reach in cooler in the back kitchen area. Employee placed the eggs below the potatoes.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked sweet potatoes date marked 2/20 and cooked rice date marked 2/19 stored in the walk in cooler. Employee discarded the items.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Severer handled dirty dishes then single serve cups without washing their hands. Server discarded the cups and washed their hands.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed consumer advisory, GM printed and posted before the end of the inspection.
Oct 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of the reach in cooler on the right side of the cook line soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Commercially packaged guacamole thawing at room temperature next to the cook line. Employee placed the items in the reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall in the dishwasher area soiled.
May 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in the dishwasher area soiled.
Mar 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Emailed handouts to the operator
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw cold smoked salmon not identified as a raw item on the menu.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. All employee training are not original certifies.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents and tiles above the three compartment sink soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in the dishwasher area soiled.
Dec 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent and ceiling tiles above the three compartment sink soiled.
Oct 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Employee discarded the salmon.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed their hands in a three compartment sink. The employee properly washed their hands.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the dish machine.
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.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent and ceiling tiles above the three compartment sink soiled.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Employee discarded the salmon.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Salmon thawing at room temperature. Employee placed the salmon in the reach in cooler.
Apr 2, 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
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler in the back preparation area.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers in the walk-in cooler soiled.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Cooked Pasta date 10/14 and marinara dated 10/10 stored in the reach in cooler in the back preparation area. Manager discarded the items.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored over unwashed tomatoes in the reach in cooler in the back preparation area. Manager placed the eggs below the tomatoes.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked Pasta date 10/14 and marinara dated 10/10 stored in the reach in cooler in the back preparation area. Manager discarded the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Liquid eggs 75F stored at room temperature on the cook line. Employee stated the eggs had been stored at room temperature for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed the eggs in the reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager placed the towels in a sanitizer solution.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wooden non sealed cutting board in use in the kitchen. Manager discarded the board.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificate expired 098672 8/4/23
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.