HASHTAG CAFE
Based on 5 health inspections, HASHTAG CAFE in SARASOTA has earned a 3.3/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.
2781 BEERIDGE RD
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.3/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 8/26/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10907795
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance inside ice machine. Operator cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 22-52-4:High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket under 25ppm. Operator corrected to 50ppm. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink. Operator added. Corrected On-Site
Inspection Date: 3/14/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8875904
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed ceiling tiles in back storage area not smooth. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.Operator corrected. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-07-4:High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. Observed yogurt container with black substance inside container. Less than a pound. Operator discarded. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes in both hand wash sinks.Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in bathroom.
Inspection Date: 8/29/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8722312
Inspection Date: 3/26/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8549526
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed strainer and shot glass in hand wash sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation
- 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 spinach feta being held on time with no plan observed.
Inspection Date: 11/9/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8344550
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed bag of confectionery sugar and sugar on floor in dry storage area. Operator removed to shelf. Corrected On-Site
- 41-27-4:High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed.Observed sanitizer chlorine bucket and triple sink with level over 200ppm. Corrected to 100ppm. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes in hand wash sink in rear kitchen area. Operator removed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Corrected On-Site