Agave Bandido in Sarasota

Last inspected:

1550 Lakefront Dr, Sarasota, FL 34240
Overview

Agave Bandido in Sarasota has accumulated 60 violations across 11 inspections since January 2022, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have appeared consistently across inspections, with employee health reporting and proper hand washing cited repeatedly; employee health policy violations were documented in at least 4 separate inspections, and food contact surface violations appeared in 8 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. Most recent activity shows escalating enforcement: a March 26, 2026 complaint inspection resulted in 10 violations and a Warning Issued, followed immediately by a March 27, 2026 complaint inspection citing 4 additional violations with a Call Back - Extension given, pending disposition, indicating the facility is currently under active corrective action oversight.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

11Inspections
60Violations
0Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Agave Bandido in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 5.5 violations / inspection 5.5 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

Agave Bandido in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Agave Bandido in Sarasota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2024070108 $160.00 Oct 21, 2024 Miami (Doral)

Agave Bandido in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)

— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections31 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Agave Bandido in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Agave Bandido in Sarasota last inspected?
Agave Bandido in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 27, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
What are the most common violations at Agave Bandido in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Agave Bandido in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Agave Bandido in Sarasota had?
Agave Bandido in Sarasota has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Agave Bandido in Sarasota find?
Agave Bandido in Sarasota was most recently inspected on March 27, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
Has Agave Bandido in Sarasota ever been shut down?
No, Agave Bandido in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
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.
Has Agave Bandido in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Agave Bandido in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Agave Bandido in Sarasota been fined?
Agave Bandido in Sarasota has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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