Agave Bandido in Sarasota
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1550 Lakefront Dr, Sarasota, FL 34240Agave 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.
Agave Bandido in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Agave Bandido in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections31 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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