Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota
Last inspected:
6639 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota has been inspected 26 times with 186 total violations—an average of 7.1 violations per inspection, nearly 40% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has no emergency closure history. High-priority violations have appeared across multiple inspections, including management awareness failures in 5 of the last 6 inspections, handwashing facility deficiencies cited in at least 3 inspections, and food contact surface violations appearing in 4 of the last 6 inspections. Additional serious findings include employee health reporting violations, chemical storage failures, and approved food source issues. The facility has received two formal disciplinary actions totaling $460 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 identified 21 violations (3 high-priority, 3 intermediate, 6 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $460.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025046942 | $300.00 | May 14, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2023057088 | $160.00 | Aug 18, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections41 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota last inspected?
- Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota had?
- Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota find?
- Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota was most recently inspected on April 6, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Big Water Fish Market 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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.
- Has Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $460.00 in fines.
- How much has Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota been fined?
- Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota has been fined a total of $460.00 across 2 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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