YUMMY HOUSE SARASOTA

Name: YUMMY HOUSE SARASOTA
Address: 1737 S TAMIAMI TRL, SARASOTA, FL, 34239, US
Rating: 33.9

1737 S TAMIAMI TRL, SARASOTA, FL 34239

License #6805739

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33.9 Grade F / 100

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May 12, 2026 · 9 findings · 1 critical

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YUMMY HOUSE SARASOTA in SARASOTA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 33.9 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 10 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on May 12, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 114 total violations — 12 critical, 15 major, 87 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli container in fried garlic. Manager removed.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing.Observed tile missing over ice machine.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water.Observed standing water in employee bathroom.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled lids on bulk flour.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.Observed in front kitchen reach in cooler.
[29-17-4] Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed no waste line at bar.
[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 dishmachine chlorine at 0ppm and empty container under dishmachine. Manager replaced bucket and corrected to 50ppm.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in kitchen blocked with glass racks. Employee moved racks.
[27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.Observed no hot water in mens bathroom, and 2 hand sinks in kitchen.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand sink at kitchen entrance not working.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filter and piping over woks.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks in wait station next to single use items.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed an approximate 4" hole in bottom of wall outside walk in cooler door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in best freezer near back door.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in 2 door lo-boy reach in cooler in front kitchen area with standing water on bottom.
[29-17-4] Waste line missing at soda gun holster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.Observed one of the bulk containers with rice without plastic bag.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cold holding cooked chicken fried 49F, cooked chicken 45F stored on top of reach in coolers. Recommended using time as public health. Emailed operator plan and guide.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on mixer shield.
[03F-10-5] No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator plan.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle deli containers in salt sugar and msg containers. Operator removed.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage to lower short wall between walk in cooler and office area.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in 1 chest freezer near back door.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.Observed flour scoop handle in flour in bulk bin.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed utensils in standing water 80F on service counter and front kitchen line. Manager replaced with 200F water.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled lids on 3 bulk food containers near employee bathroom. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed hot water faucet not working on hand sink at kitchen entrance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler on front cook line reach in cooler.
[29-17-4] Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed 2 soda guns without holster or waste lines.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no food labeling on bulk bins near employee bathroom.
[01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed crushed top seal of 3 #10 cans of bamboo shoots. Operator removed for credit.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed no paper towels at hand sink at kitchen entrance. Employee added.
[03F-10-5] No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator plan for temporary hold of temperature controlled foods out on counter.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed deli container in rice cooker without handles.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tanks in dry storage area by soda boxes. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. .
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed an approximate 1 hole in ceiling tile above canned food in dry storage.
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed cook engaged in cooking without hair restraint. Cook added shortly after.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on 3 door reach in cooler at front kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[14-38-4] Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked kids on bulk items in dry storage. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[33-19-4] Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed bagged garbage and loose debris behind garbage dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed utensils in water at wait station 90F, and front kitchen 87F
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket on walk in cooler door. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed hot water faucet not working at hand sink near kitchen entrance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered.Observed cornstarch and flour not covered in dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Observed bulk bins in dry storage not labeled.
[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 chlorine at 0 ppm after several attempts.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed sternos next to food. Manager relocated.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on mixer shield.
[53B-05-5] 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 all employees food handlers expired 2/2024.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.Observed co2 tanks not properly secured behind chain in back storage room. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in dry storage areas. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[29-18-4] Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain plug missing on floor in employee bathroom.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed wet nesting pans on storage shelf near dishwashing machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair.Observed torn gasket on reachin cooler door in front kitchen.
[14-38-4] Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.Observed cracked lids on bulk storage bins. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[33-19-4] Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
[33-29-4] Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Observed lid missing from one side of dumpster. 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 lower part of wall damaged between the 2 walkin coolers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice and frozen blood in chest freezer near back door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed hot water faucet not working at hand wash sink in kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered.Observed cornstarch in bin and case of raisins on shelf in dry storage area not covered. Manager covered.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.Observed rice stored in brute garbage can.
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs on preparation table at wok station.Educated manager on proper storage of shell eggs, or utilize time.Emailed time as public health control plan.

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 on white ice guard. Cleaned during inspection.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.Observed 3 tanks outside of chain area in back storeroom.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed ceiling tiles not smooth in dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed water buildup between stacked food pans on storage shelves.
[14-38-4] Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed broken lids on 3 bulk food containers next to ice machine containing sugars and salt.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor.Observed chicken on floor in walkin cooler , and shrimp and chicken in walkin freezer . Employee corrected by relocating.
[33-15-4] Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[33-19-4] Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.Observed grease, garbage, and leaves around dumpster pad.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall.Obserdamaged lower wall between 2 walkin coolers.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Ibserved ice buildup in chest freezers and heavy ice buildup in walkin freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.Observed in cornstarch bin no handle scoop used.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed heavy grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[16-48-4] Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.Observed clean food pans stacked on storage shelf with food debris.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed 2 hand sinks in main kitchen area with hot water faucet not working.
[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 dishwashing machine chlorine at 0ppm, person in charge changed tub and corrected to 50 ppm.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.Observed rice stored in plastic brute garbage cans. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed no vacuum breaker at hose splitter.
[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 in English and Spanish.
[53A-05-6] 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 no certificates of managers that are present. There are over 8 employees working in kitchen at time of inspection.
[11-26-1] 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.Manager printed during inspection and employees signed.