Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis

Last inspected:

2300 Tamiami Trl N, Nokomis, FL 34275
Overview

Eggstraordinary Lunch in Nokomis has accumulated 314 violations across 34 inspections dating back several years, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection—nearly double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations dominate the record, with employee health policy violations cited in at least 5 of the most recent 8 inspections, proper cooking temperature violations in 5 inspections, and food contact surface violations in 6 inspections. Management awareness violations appeared repeatedly as well. The facility received two fire safety violations, in 2019 and 2024, both involving marked exits or paths to exits blocked by dining furniture. Two disciplinary actions totaling $240 in fines were issued. The most recent inspections on November 25, 2025 yielded 15 violations with an "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition and a follow-up inspection the same day with 6 violations resulting in "Call Back - Complied." Prior to this, a May 20, 2025 inspection with 14 violations prompted an administrative complaint recommendation, followed by a May 21 call-back inspection with an extension pending compliance.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

36Inspections
330Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$240in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 9.2 violations / inspection 9.2 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $240.00

Disciplinary action history for Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2025047506 $120.00 May 20, 2025 Miami (Doral)
7--2015022904 $120.00 Apr 27, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed an exit in the dining room blocked by a tray stand. The operator removed the obstruction. Observed the exit in the dining room near the restrooms blocked by maintenance equipment.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. Table blocking door marked as an exit in dining area. For reporting purposes only.

Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)

— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections47 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections41 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 5 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis last inspected?
Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 4, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis?
The most frequently cited violations at Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
How many health inspections has Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis had?
Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis find?
Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis was most recently inspected on May 4, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis ever been shut down?
No, Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $240.00 in fines.
How much has Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis been fined?
Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis has been fined a total of $240.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Tuscan CafÉ in Nokomis operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Eggstraordinary Lunch (2019-2024).

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