China Taste in Sarasota
Last inspected:
8421 Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243China Taste in Sarasota has accumulated 425 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.1 per visit, more than double the Manatee County average of 4.05. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Recurring compliance issues center on ventilation, hand washing, and food contact surfaces, with 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Recent inspections from 2024 onward show persistent high-priority violations, with 3 to 4 cited in most visits despite repeated enforcement callbacks.
Most recent closure: April 24, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Taste in Sarasota: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
12.1
violations / inspection
12.1 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
China Taste in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (1)
China Taste in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022009999 | $200.00 | Feb 10, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019040807 | $400.00 | Jun 25, 2019 | Orlando | |
| 7--2019021853 | $400.00 | Apr 24, 2019 | Orlando |
China Taste in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections36 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 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
— 3 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections37 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 13 inspections98 violations · 69 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
China Taste in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Taste in Sarasota last inspected?
- China Taste in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was China Taste in Sarasota last shut down?
- China Taste in Sarasota was last shut down on April 24, 2019 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 China Taste in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Taste in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has China Taste in Sarasota had?
- China Taste in Sarasota has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Taste in Sarasota find?
- China Taste in Sarasota was most recently inspected on April 6, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Taste in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Taste 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 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 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.
- Has China Taste in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Taste in Sarasota has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has China Taste in Sarasota been fined?
- China Taste in Sarasota has been fined a total of $1,000.00 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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