When was Beso in Sarasota last inspected?

Beso in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Beso in Sarasota?

The most frequently cited violations at Beso in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Toilet facilities, Time as control.

How many health inspections has Beso in Sarasota had?

Beso in Sarasota has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Beso in Sarasota find?

Beso in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 10, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Beso in Sarasota ever been shut down?

No, Beso in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

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.

What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?

Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.

Beso in Sarasota

Last inspected: December 10, 2025

30 S Lemon Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

Sarasota County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Beso Holdings LLC
DBPR License: SEA6806063

Overview

Beso in Sarasota has been inspected 8 times since May 2023, accumulating 25 violations for an average of 3.1 per inspection—below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have dominated the record, with handwashing and time-as-control violations appearing across multiple inspections. Specifically, handwashing violations (proper hand/arm washing and handwashing facilities) were cited in 4 of the last 5 routine inspections, and time-as-control violations appeared in 4 of 8 total inspections. Employee health policy violations were documented in the August 2024 inspection. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on December 10, 2025 identified 9 violations (2 high-priority) and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

8Inspections

25Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: December 10, 2025

Beso in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 3.1 violations / inspection 3.1 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

Beso in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (8)

2025 — 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority

Dec 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jul 15, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Jan 27, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

2024 — 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority

Aug 27, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

Apr 1, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

2023 — 3 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority

Nov 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 22, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 19, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Beso in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Beso in Sarasota last inspected?: Beso in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Beso in Sarasota?: The most frequently cited violations at Beso in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Toilet facilities, Time as control.
How many health inspections has Beso in Sarasota had?: Beso in Sarasota has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Beso in Sarasota find?: Beso in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 10, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Beso in Sarasota ever been shut down?: No, Beso in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?: Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?: Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.