Latest Violations
Florida restaurant inspection violations, sorted by most recent. Grouped by restaurant.
All data sourced from the Florida DBPR. The InspectFL Health Score is our own calculation — not an official government rating. Visit our food safety page to learn how violations affect your health, or view the official inspection report at myfloridalicense.com.
3833 CLEVELAND AVE UNIT 190 & 185, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid near kitchen exit door.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed styrofoam bowl in Parmesan cheese for scoop in reach in cooler near handwash sink.
- Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed dry wiping cloths on pizza cooker.
- Exit door locked in rear of kitchen. For reporting purposes only.
- Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic water bottles directly on floor in kitchen. Observed onions, lettuce, tomato, and cheese less than 6 inches from floor of walk in cooler. Observed bags of flour less than 6 inches from floor near exit door.
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5051 BERMUDA LAKES DR, FORT MYERS · Lee County
- Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks unsecured. Operator chined up tanks.
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint.
3060 FRUITVILLE COMMONS BLVD, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
5909 MANATEE AVE, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Operator was able to provide proof via invoices that they are working on the problem and have replaced most of the damaged tiles.
- Operator was able to provide proof via invoices that they are working on the problem and have replaced most of the damaged tiles.
- Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed the bathroom wall missing its tiles.
900 N GULF DRIVE, BRADENTON BEACH · Manatee County
- Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed a package of raw lamb stored on top of boxes of canned beer. Operator removed the lamb.
- Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread rolls stored in non food grade bags. Operator removed the rolls.
- 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 their dish machine at 0ppm chlorine. Operator replaced the sanitizer and retested it at 100ppm.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed boxes of chemicals importers stored above boxes of drinks in their back storage area. Operator swapped them.
- Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed a number of this months tags not date marked.
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636 67 ST CIR E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooks line cheese (60F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (61F - Cold Holding); pancake batter (59F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated they had been in the reach in cooler for approximately 1.5 hours and placed in walk-in cooler.
- Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
- Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed wristwatch on wrist with employee preparing food in main kitchen area. employee removed and washed hands.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed throughout main kitchen area reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
4756 CORTEZ RD W, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade grocery bag in contact with produce in a cooler. Operator placed them in the correct bags.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle store next to boxes of sugar and stevia. Operator moved the boxes.
- Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels used to line products containers. Operator removed the paper.
- Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed a number of their fans with dust buildup on the cook line.
- Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed improperly store employee drinks on the cook line, prep area, and front cooler. Operator moved all expect the cooler drinks.
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4638 E SR 64, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Ice buildup in reach-in freezer cooks line.
- Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting glasses for beverages next to fountain beverage machine. Person in charge separated glasses to air dry.
- Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on split faucet mop sink.
6440 E SR 64, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination in dry storage area. Person in charge inverted.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
- Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west side of building.
7105 SR 64 E, BRADENTON · Manatee County
- 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. Observed some agreements completed but not all.
900 GULF DR N, BRADENTON BEACH · Manatee County
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed store above the fill line in a cooler: Cold smoked salmon (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed it in a container in the bottom cooler.
- Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cold smoked salmon improperly stored over prepped vegetables on the cook line. Operator removed the fish.
- Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hand sanitizer improperly stored with seasonings. Operator removed it.
- Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee items improperly stored above food prep areas. Operator removed them.
- No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign at their prep counter hand sink.
5050 NE 128 AVE, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
- Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Debra Cleveland 7/15/21- Scheduled to take exam in November.
702 NW PARK ST, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
- No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for quaternary.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cuban sandwichs made Saturday not date marked. Operator date marked.
- Cords over make line soiled. Operator will clean.
- Floor soiled in walk in cooler.
- Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
3101 HWY 441 S, OKEECHOBEE · Okeechobee County
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed at location.
- Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind coffee bar.
220 W MIAMI AVE, VENICE · Sarasota County
- No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by slicer. Employee replaced towels.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauces, cut and prepared seafood and chicken in reach-in cooler next to slicer Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior , and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled by 3 compartment sink. Employee labeled bottle.
- No soap provided at handwash sink by slicer. Employee replaced soap.
- Ceiling/ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food, grease and dust on cooks line and kitchen.
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4220 S TAMIAMI TRL, VENICE · Sarasota County
- Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield at cooks line fry station.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cooks line equipment with heavy buildup of food debris and grease.
- Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at bar.
- Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in prep area and cooks line.
- Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
1345 MAIN ST, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored in the bar area not labeled. Bartender labeled the bottle.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink on the right side of the cook line blocked by a trash can. Employee removed the trash can.
- Equipment in poor repair. Door and sides of the chest reach in freezer next to the walk in cooler rusted.
- Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment in the bar and cook line areas soiled.
5010 CLARK RD, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed slicer stored under preparation table soiled with debris.
- Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink blocked with reach in freezer.
- No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed at hand sink behind reach in freezer.
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Did not observe any date marking. Emailed flyer on date marking.
- Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed can I rice without handles. Operator removed.
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4005 CLARK RD, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed hose side of splitter missing vacuum breaker.
- Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
- Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom.
5585 PALMER CROSSINGS DR, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 lbs. diced tuna defrosted in walkin 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. See stop sale. Observed 2 lbs. diced tuna defrosted in walkin cooler.
- Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.Observed in front of cook line.
- Waste line missing at soda gun holster.Observed at bar.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
6224 N LOCKWOOD RIDGE RD, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the walk in cooler.
- Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Operator moved items.
- Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed the C02 tank unsecured next to the syrup rack.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease dripping from the hood corner onto equipment and the back of the flat grill.
2001 TAMIAMI TRL S, VENICE · Sarasota County
- Observed large section of missing tile by doorway from main kitchen area to fryer and dishwasher areas
- Observed paint in working areas of kitchen floor has worn off and is no longer sealed.
900 VENETIA BAY BLVD, VENICE · Sarasota County
- Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed lighting front half of walk-in cooler not working at time of inspection.
- Dead shellfish and/or shellfish with broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 doz clam in pan at waitstaff station expo line dead. Operator removed and disposed of dead clams.
- Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed signs of water damage to ceiling and tiles in front of walk-in cooler.
83 N CATTLEMEN RD, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple items in the walk in cooler prepared onsite and not date marked.
- Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees preparing food without a hair restraint. Operator corrected.
- Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters with a grease build up.
- Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Operator moved items.
- Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware stored surface up. Operator corrected.
6562 UNIVERSITY PKWY STE 150, SARASOTA · Sarasota County
- Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored over raw pork chops in the walk in cooler. Manager removed the ground beef.
- Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee picked an item off the floor the handled clean utensils without washing their hands. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized and washed their hands.
- Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw chicken then changed their gloves and handled clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee removed the equipment to be sanitized, washed their hands and put on new gloves.
- Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans of jalapeños dented at the seams. Owner placed the cans aside for a refund.
- Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice (54F - Cold Holding); Sausage (55F - Cold Holding); Turkey (54F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (55F - Cold Holding Stored stacked above the pan fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee stated the items had been stored in the reach in cooler for approximately 2 hours . Employee removed half of the content of the pans and placed it in the bottom section of the reach in cooler.
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