EVIE TAVERN ON THE RANGE

Name: EVIE TAVERN ON THE RANGE
Address: 4735 BEE RIDGE RD, SARASOTA, FL, 34233, US
Rating: 21.9

4735 BEE RIDGE RD, SARASOTA, FL 34233

License #6804436

🍺 Bar/Pub ℹ️

21.9 Grade F / 100

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September 28, 2026 · 9 findings · 2 critical

Routine - Food

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EVIE TAVERN ON THE RANGE in SARASOTA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 21.9 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 9 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 28, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 84 total violations — 22 critical, 17 major, 45 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[32-12-6] Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom. Observed in outside restroom used by employees.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under green cutting board next to slicer.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed no hand wash sign in outside mens bathroom.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed pullout drawer on cook line soiled.
[29-17-4] Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed no waste line from soda gun outside ar and 1 inside bar over scooping ice bin.
[01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 6lb. Can ground tomato on rack with 2"dent in side of can. Manager discarded.
[02C-01-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.Observed 1 lb sliced ham in walkin cooler. Person in charge discarded voluntarily.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed slicer blade guard soiled. Employee cleaned during inspection.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed 2 unlabeled spray bottles in dish room.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[12B-02-4] Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee drink on preparation table by ice cream area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Observed cook wearing watch while preparing food.
[13-04-4] Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed no beard restraints. Corrected after education.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic drink cups in wait station area stacked with water in between.
[14-38-4] Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.Observed cracked lid on corn meal bulk container.
[38-07-4] Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed missing shield on light fixture in closet where soda boxes are stored.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cups and soufflé cups on floor in upstairs storage area.
[22-52-4] Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized.Observed 1 bucket set up at 0 ppm by fry station. Cook corrected to 100ppm.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching raw hamburger then touching equipment and cutting board. Employee washed hands and changed gloves after education.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in Pizza Reach in cooler Cold Holding Ham 48F, Shredded Cheese 48F. Cook iced ham and will clean filter on cooler.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed chemical stored next to bulk oil and soda boxes.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at outside bar hand sink. Bartender corrected by adding.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed soufflé cup in granulated garlic container.
[36-51-4] Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair.Observed dust in walkin cooler fan cover.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.Observed by rear bar service area, 2 tanks not secured.
[06-09-1] 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 salmon and Mahi defrosting not removed from package or package cut.
[12B-02-4] Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee drinks in salad reachin cooler and above reachin cooler on cook line.
[12B-01-4] Employee eating while preparing food.Observed pizza cook eating while preparing food.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.Observed cell phones on preparation tables, book bag in walkin cooler.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic drink cups in wait station area by main bar wet nesting and stacked. Also plastic buckets in dishwashing machine area on storage shelves wet nesting. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor.Observed flour on steps below office area, Ranch dressing on walkin cooler floor, and multiple cases of food on walkin freezer floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall.Observed damage to lower wall in entrance to dishwashing machine room.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.Observed at outside bar, bartender removed.
[10-12-5] In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.Observed ice scoop in soiled container on ice machine next to food walkin cooler .
[38-07-4] Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed no shield on lights in soda closet below office.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on storage shelf plastic pan.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered.Observed approximate 1/2 " hole on top of ice machine right side next to food walkin cooler .
[22-45-4] Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.Observed employee at pizza station wiping counter with soapy water without rinse or sanitation.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.Observed rolls in chest freezer in to go bags.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed shell eggs stored over salad dressings in walkin cooler and steak over mozzarella sticks in reachin freezer on cook line.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed grilled chicken breast 114F, and Hamburgers 115F with no temperature control.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed soap stored next to waffle maker near ice cream area.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed no vacuum breaker at hose bib next to walkin cooler and behind arcade.
[41-18-4] Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.Observed chlorine at triple sink at 200ppm.
[11-27-4] 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.Printed plan for operation.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed slicer blade guard and can opener blade soiled with food debris.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed salad spinner then later, soap container in hand wash sink by salad preparation area.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[02B-02-5] Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.Printed advisory for operation.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed dips in walkin cooler no date. Observed labels have name of days but not number of day. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed black substance inside ice machine.
[06-09-1] 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 salmon and Mahi packages not cut in kitchen Reachin drawers and Walkin cooler. Employee corrected by cutting package.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic drink cups wet nesting in dish room storage rack and at inside bar service area.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor.Observed soda and oil boxes stored in closet and beef and chicken stored on floor in Walkin Freezer. Manager had employee remove.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed no hand washing sign at outside bar and ladies bathroom. Manager corrected by adding signs.
[22-41-4] 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 at inside bar 0 ppm.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.Observed 4 lbs. Ham at 48F in Walkin Cooler with a Wednesday date mark. Manager discarded.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observedsliced ham on bakers rack date marked 5 days earlier at 48F, walk in cooler ambient at 47F. Manager stated refrigerator service is on way. Manager opened freezer door and ambient was 41F during inspection.
[11-27-4] 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. No vomit plan observed. Printed and emailed manager.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed some deli meats on bakers rack in walk in cooler not properly dated.