ARIETTA SARASOTA

With 11 documented inspections, ARIETTA SARASOTA in SARASOTA has achieved a 3.4/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 11 reports on file

4 Maggie Lane

Sarasota, Florida, 34232

Sarasota County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.4/5)

Based on 11 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/4/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13619015

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

1/26/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13511215

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 1 int, 2 basic

25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service articles not stored inverted. Operator inverted them. Corrected On-Site Warning
25-02-4:Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed their single service buffet utensils placed handle down. Warning
08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut lemons in the reach in cooler. Operator moved the eggs. Corrected On-Site Warning
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the buffet line: Milk (53F - Cold Holding); Cantaloupe (56F - Cold Holding); Watermelon (56F - Cold Holding); Honeydew (56F - Cold Holding); Butter chips (58F - Cold Holding); Yogurt (56F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 2hrs and has stated they do not throw it away at the end of breakfast. Operator placed more ice around the products. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
08B-15-4:Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed them serving unwrapped apples without tongs. Warning

12/10/2025· 3mo ago

Visit ID: 13569042

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

11/5/2025· 4mo ago

Visit ID: 13517971

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 int

53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no certified food manager for the establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-05: Operator has lost their employee and had gotten the wrong certificate at this time. **Time Extended**

9/11/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 13510556

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 int

53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no certified food manager for the establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: **Time Extended**

9/3/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10924580

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 high, 3 int

22-41-4:High Priority - 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. Warning
08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cold smoked salmon stored over cream cheese in their reach in cooler. Warning
03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on the kitchen counter: Ambient shell eggs (64F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed them in a reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the kitchen counter: Sliced tomatoes (73F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed them in a reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
27-19-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed their kitchen hand sink with weak water pressure. Warning
53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no certified food manager for the establishment. Warning
31B-06-4:Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed their soap dispenser leaking and not dispensing properly. Warning

12/20/2024· 1y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8882820

Met Inspection Standards

1 int

03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed them having multiple foods on the buffet line that are held for less than 4hrs and are disposed of when not used without a written plan. Emailed the operator a plan. **Corrective Action Taken**

9/6/2024· 1y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8780735

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 2 int, 1 basic

25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple single service articles stored improperly in the kitchen.
41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a first aid kit and hand sanitizer stored above the food prep table in the kitchen.
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the self service area: Butter (46F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (46F - Cold Holding) Operator attend they had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator stated they routinely dispose of the food after breakfast is over so we discussed using Time as a Public Health Control and emailed the paperwork to the operator.
12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash their hands in their 2 compartment sink. Discussed with the employee on only using the hand washing sink.
02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operators added a commercial processed cold smoked salmon to their menu and did not have a consumer advisory. Operator printed out and posted one. Corrected On-Site

2/27/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8581353

Met Inspection Standards

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

12/27/2023· 2y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8512398

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 int

53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. Warning

9/28/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8379682

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 int, 2 basic

14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the kitchen reach in freezer.
31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in the restrooms used by employees.
08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over milk and produce. Operator placed eggs on the bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site
11-26-1:Intermediate - 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 no signed agreements. Operator signed agreements and made copies. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed the time as a public health control sheet and instructions. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation