Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota
Last inspected:
3436 17 St, Sarasota, FL 34235Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota has accumulated 144 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection — significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on June 18, 2015 for roach activity. The establishment has been subject to three disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines. Employee health policy violations, improper hand and arm washing, food contact surface contamination, and shell stock requirement failures have appeared repeatedly across inspections, with high-priority employee health violations cited in at least five of the most recent inspections. The most recent inspection on December 17, 2025 identified 15 violations including multiple high-priority employee health policy and consumer advisory violations, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Most recent closure: June 18, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 08:55:00 |
Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026011064 | $400.00 | Dec 17, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024010789 | $200.00 | Jan 10, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2015027334 | $800.00 | Jun 18, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota last inspected?
- Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 17, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota last shut down?
- Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota was last shut down on June 18, 2015 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota had?
- Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota find?
- Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 17, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- Yes, Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 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.
- Has Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota been fined?
- Bitia's Taqueria in Sarasota has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 3 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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