Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota

Last inspected:

501 N Beneva Rd Ste 250, Sarasota, FL 34232
Overview

Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota has averaged 3.5 violations per inspection across 25 inspections since 2016, performing below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Fire safety violations were cited in June and September 2023 for improper propane tank storage inside the building. The facility received a Warning Issued disposition on August 19, 2025 after an inspection documented 24 violations including high-priority findings for management awareness, parasite destruction, food contact surfaces, and employee health reporting; a callback inspection on August 20, 2025 found no violations. The most recent inspection on November 25, 2025 was completed with no further action after documenting four basic violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
88Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 3.5 violations / inspection 3.5 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

Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 4 propane tanks in the back storage area. Propane tanks used as part of a alcohol setup. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed establishment is currently getting licensed by to brew beer. The establishment has propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building for the brewing equipment in the back of the kitchen.

Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 5 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota last inspected?
Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 25, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Single-use items.
How many health inspections has Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota had?
Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota find?
Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota was most recently inspected on November 25, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota ever been shut down?
No, Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
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.
What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
Has Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Bella Vita Italian Kitchen in Sarasota operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: New York Slice Company (2023-2023).

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