China Garden in Sarasota
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1058 N Tamiami Trl Ste 115, Sarasota, FL 34236China Garden in Sarasota has accumulated 168 violations across 19 inspections since 2022, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection — significantly higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been consistent throughout the inspection record: proper hand and arm washing violations appeared in every inspection from 2022 through October 2025; shell stock handling violations were cited in all but one inspection; food contact surface violations were documented in 17 of 19 inspections; and employee health policy violations (employee health reporting, employee health policy, management awareness) were cited in 8 of the most recent 9 inspections. The most recent inspection on October 23, 2025 found 18 violations including three high-priority findings (employee health policy, consumer advisory, food contact surfaces) and resulted in the disposition "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Garden in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
China Garden in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 3 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 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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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 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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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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China Garden in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Garden in Sarasota last inspected?
- China Garden in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 23, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at China Garden in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Garden in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has China Garden in Sarasota had?
- China Garden in Sarasota has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Garden in Sarasota find?
- China Garden in Sarasota was most recently inspected on October 23, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Garden in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, China Garden 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 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 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.
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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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