Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota

Last inspected:

6639 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242
Overview

Big 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. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

28Inspections
198Violations
0Closures
$460in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 7.1 violations / inspection 7.1 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.74 violations / inspection 4.74 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $460.00

Disciplinary action history for Big Water Fish Market in Sarasota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement 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 (28)

— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections41 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections22 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 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.

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 August 27, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
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 28 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 August 27, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
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 V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
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.
What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
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.

Nearby Establishments to Big Water Fish Market

Poor Inspection Records Near Sarasota

Stories You May Have Missed Sarasota

This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Big Water Fish Market. How we collect and verify this data.