Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota

Last inspected:

1256 Old Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242
Overview

CLAYTONS SIESTA GRILLE in Sarasota has undergone 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. In July 2024, three consecutive complaint-based inspections were conducted over two days; the first documented 5 violations including management awareness failures and employee health reporting violations, the second found 1 high-priority violation and prompted an administrative complaint recommendation, and the third resulted in compliance. A disciplinary action totaling $200 was assessed. Recurring violations include food contact surface issues (cited in 2026, 2024, and multiple prior inspections), hand washing violations (appearing in 2025 and 2024), and management awareness gaps (documented in 2025, 2024). A fire safety violation was noted on April 15, 2024 — a portable fire extinguisher was missing from its designated location. The most recent inspection on January 7, 2026 found 3 basic violations related to food contact surfaces and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
125Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 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

Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2024049867 $200.00 Jul 22, 2024 Miami (Doral)

Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.Chef removed from floor to designated location. **Corrected On-Site**

Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota last inspected?
Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota had?
Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota find?
Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota was most recently inspected on January 7, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota ever been shut down?
No, Claytons Siesta Grille 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 Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota been fined?
Claytons Siesta Grille in Sarasota has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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