Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota
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8421 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34243Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota has accumulated 242 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. State records show 2 fire safety violations related to portable fire extinguishers in the red zone at the dry storage area and cook line, cited in 2018. The restaurant has faced 1 disciplinary action with a $400 fine. Food contact surfaces, proper ventilation, and consumer advisory issues are the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: May 7, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 08:55:00 |
Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015020780 | $400.00 | May 7, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher at dry storage area and on cook line gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-18: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher at dry storage area and on cook line gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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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— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections41 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota last inspected?
- Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota last shut down?
- Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota was last shut down on May 7, 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 Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota had?
- Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota find?
- Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- Yes, Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota been fined?
- Captain Brian's Seafood Market and Restaurant in Sarasota has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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