Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota
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4141 S Tamiami Trl #16, Sarasota, FL 34231Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota accumulated 164 violations across 22 inspections between 2016 and August 2025, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility faced one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. High-priority violations were frequent and recurring: employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, handwashing and proper hand-washing violations in at least 4 inspections, approved food source violations in at least 5 inspections, and food contact surface violations in at least 6 inspections. Fire safety violations were documented on three separate occasions (March 2023, May 2023, and December 2023), all involving locked rear or exit doors. The facility experienced no emergency closures. The most recent inspection on July 24, 2025 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after 24 violations were cited, including 4 high-priority findings for management awareness, consumer advisory, correct procedures, and employee health reporting. A follow-up inspection on August 1, 2025 documented 15 violations and resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023038334 | $160.00 | May 22, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Warning Issued
Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 5 inspections46 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections34 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota last inspected?
- Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 1, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Approved food source, Proper cooking temps.
- How many health inspections has Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota had?
- Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota find?
- Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota was most recently inspected on August 1, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota been fined?
- Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota in Sarasota operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Darwin Evolutionary Cuisine (2023-2023).
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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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