Blase Cafe in Sarasota
Last inspected:
5263 Ocean Blvd Unit 9, Sarasota, FL 34242Blase Cafe in Sarasota has accumulated 209 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.5 per visit. The facility has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $860 in fines, with the largest penalty at $400. Fire inspections documented one violation for a blocked exit door in the pizza dining room, cited as a repeat violation in 2024. Top recurring violations include consumer advisories, food contact surface issues, and improper chemical storage.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Blase Cafe in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
This Facility
7.5
violations / inspection
7.5 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
Blase Cafe in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $860.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025047461 | $300.00 | May 19, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2025027280 | $160.00 | Feb 26, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2015020905 | $400.00 | Apr 22, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Blase Cafe in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.Observed in pizza dining room exit door blocked by machine. Unable to open half door in front of exit door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Blase Cafe in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 7 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections32 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Blase Cafe in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Blase Cafe in Sarasota last inspected?
- Blase Cafe in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 13, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Blase Cafe in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Blase Cafe in Sarasota are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Blase Cafe in Sarasota had?
- Blase Cafe in Sarasota has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Blase Cafe in Sarasota find?
- Blase Cafe in Sarasota was most recently inspected on November 13, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Blase Cafe in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Blase Cafe in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 Blase Cafe in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Blase Cafe in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Blase Cafe in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Blase Cafe in Sarasota has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $860.00 in fines.
- How much has Blase Cafe in Sarasota been fined?
- Blase Cafe in Sarasota has been fined a total of $860.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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