POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS

With 4 documented inspections, POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS in SARASOTA has achieved a 4.1/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 4 reports on file

1635 Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida, 34236
Sarasota County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★★☆ (4.1/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

1/20/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13504951

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 2 int, 3 basic

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed case of rolls on floor in rear preparation area. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed utensils in water at 82F by ice cream freezer. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of disposable gloves on floor. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/25. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com Warning
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Observed no plan for cleaning body fluids. Printed for person in charge, and emailed. **Corrective Action Taken** 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. Observed Jose and Jessica working over 60 days without food handler. Warning

10/27/2025· 4mo ago

Visit ID: 13503994

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

8/25/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10943038

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 int, 1 basic

  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed plastic containers on floor in dry storage area. Manager relocated. Corrected On-Site
  • 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

5/16/2025· 10mo ago

Visit ID: 10697803

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed