C Est La Vie in Sarasota
Last inspected:
1553 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236C'est la Vie in Sarasota has accumulated 169 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.3 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for rodent activity. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Hand washing and consumer advisory violations are the most frequently cited issues, with a pattern of repeated high-priority violations despite multiple warnings and callbacks between 2023 and 2024.
Most recent closure: March 25, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
C Est La Vie in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
This Facility
6.3
violations / inspection
6.3 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Sarasota County Avg
0.11
closures / facility
0.11 county average
C Est La Vie in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (1)
C Est La Vie in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025055751 | $400.00 | Jul 7, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2021014603 | $400.00 | Mar 25, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
C Est La Vie in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 3 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections35 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
C Est La Vie in Sarasota: FDACS Inspection History (1)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: OOB - establishment no longer in business
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
C Est La Vie in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was C Est La Vie in Sarasota last inspected?
- C Est La Vie in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 28, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was C Est La Vie in Sarasota last shut down?
- C Est La Vie in Sarasota was last shut down on March 25, 2021 for rodent 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 C Est La Vie in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at C Est La Vie in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has C Est La Vie in Sarasota had?
- C Est La Vie in Sarasota has had 27 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 C Est La Vie in Sarasota find?
- C Est La Vie in Sarasota was most recently inspected on October 28, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has C Est La Vie in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- Yes, C Est La Vie in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has C Est La Vie in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, C Est La Vie in Sarasota has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has C Est La Vie in Sarasota been fined?
- C Est La Vie in Sarasota has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- When was C Est La Vie in Sarasota last inspected?
- C Est La Vie in Sarasota was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 17, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has C Est La Vie in Sarasota had?
- C Est La Vie in Sarasota has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of C Est La Vie in Sarasota find?
- C Est La Vie in Sarasota was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 17, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
- Has C Est La Vie in Sarasota had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- No, C Est La Vie in Sarasota has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
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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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