SIESTA KEY OYSTER BAR
SIESTA KEY OYSTER BAR in SARASOTA has 9 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 3.1/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
Last inspection: 2 months ago · 9 reports on file
5238 Ocean Boulevard
Florida, 34242
Sandy Hook
Sarasota County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
12/22/2025· 2mo ago
Visit ID: 13486417
Met Inspection Standards3 basic
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance inside top of interior of ice machine.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks on white cutting board at first reach in cooler on cook line.
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at server area by front bar, and in kitchen. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site
8/8/2025· 7mo ago
Visit ID: 13485813
Met Inspection Standards1 basic
- 32-12-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: **Time Extended**
8/7/2025· 7mo ago
Visit ID: 10936159
Follow-up Inspection Required2 high, 1 int, 3 basic
- 32-12-6:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust on walk in cooler fan covers.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line and reach in cooler just outside walk in cooler cold holding chicken wings47F, crab 60F, chopped egg 61F, spinach dip 63F, crab dip 61F, cooked lobster 46F, buttermilk 47F. Chef moved product into walk in freezer and called for service. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose side of splitter at mop sink.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine nozzles with debris inside.
2/27/2025· 1y ago
Visit ID: 8888216
Met Inspection Standards1 high, 2 basic
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed 8"x6" hole in wall by dish machine pre rinse area.
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.Observed chef knife between wall and preparation table by back door to kitchen. Manager relocated. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs and bacon over coleslaw in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. Corrected On-Site
9/13/2024· 1y 6mo ago
Visit ID: 8887727
Met Inspection Standards- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
9/12/2024· 1y 6mo ago
Visit ID: 8783402
Follow-up Inspection Required2 high, 1 int, 1 basic
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed calamari defrosted at 80F. Product was defrosted within the hour and was ambient cooling. Manager iced and moved to freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in pull out drawers on cook line cold holding blue cheese 50F, snapper 50F, crab 50F, chicken 52F sliced cheese 50F As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. ** Warning** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 41-27-4:High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitation bucket at 400ppm. Corrected with manager to 200 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning
4/17/2024· 1y 10mo ago
Visit ID: 8654552
Met Inspection Standards1 basic
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-17: **Time Extended**
4/16/2024· 1y 11mo ago
Visit ID: 8381760
Follow-up Inspection Required3 high, 2 basic
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
- 29-17-4:Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster.Observed 2 at front bar and 1 at rear bar soda holster without waste lines.
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Observed license expired 12/1/23. Operator renewed during inspection. ** Admin Complaint** Corrected On-Site
- 22-43-4:High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.Observed quaternary bucket at 0 ppm.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in 4 pullout drawers on cook line Cold Holding Mahi 48F, Shrimp 47F, Hamburger 48F, Grouper 48F, Chicken 48F. Chef iced product and made service call. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
9/25/2023· 2y 5mo ago
Visit ID: 8505565
Met Inspection Standards1 high, 1 int, 4 basic
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed paint peeling from ceiling in dry storage.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.Observed wet rags under cutting boards in preparation area. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Employee removed labels. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed Jalapeño Beer Cheese Soup from day before at 61F. Employee discarded.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed strainer across Hand wash sink. Employee removed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation