Coffee Carousel in Sarasota

Last inspected:

1644 Main St, Sarasota, FL 342365811
Overview

Coffee Carousel in Sarasota has been emergency-closed twice for rodent activity, including closures on October 26, 2022 and February 18, 2019. The facility has accumulated 121 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.0 violations per inspection—in line with the statewide average of 5.2. Three disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $1,400. High-priority violations have been recurring across multiple inspections, including shell stock requirements violations cited in at least four separate inspections between 2023 and 2025, proper cooking temperature violations in 2025, hand washing violations in 2024 and 2025, and chemical storage violations in 2022. A fire safety violation was documented on February 22, 2022 for a propane tank larger than code-permitted capacity located inside the building. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 found one high-priority violation involving food contact surfaces and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 26, 2022 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
121Violations
2Closures
1Fire
$1,400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Coffee Carousel in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 5 violations / inspection 5 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Coffee Carousel in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Coffee Carousel in Sarasota
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 08:35:00
Rodent activity 08:05:00

Coffee Carousel in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,400.00

Disciplinary action history for Coffee Carousel in Sarasota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2022052652 $800.00 Oct 26, 2022 Miami (Doral)
7--2021045906 $200.00 Sep 7, 2021 Miami (Doral)
7--2019008222 $400.00 Feb 18, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Coffee Carousel in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 2 LP tanks stored in the utility closet in the back of the kitchen. Owner placed the tanks outside. **Corrected On-Site**

Coffee Carousel in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Coffee Carousel in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Coffee Carousel in Sarasota last inspected?
Coffee Carousel in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Coffee Carousel in Sarasota last shut down?
Coffee Carousel in Sarasota was last shut down on October 26, 2022 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 Coffee Carousel in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Coffee Carousel in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Shell stock requirements, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Coffee Carousel in Sarasota had?
Coffee Carousel in Sarasota has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Coffee Carousel in Sarasota find?
Coffee Carousel in Sarasota was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Coffee Carousel in Sarasota ever been shut down?
Yes, Coffee Carousel in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
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.
Has Coffee Carousel in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Coffee Carousel in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Coffee Carousel in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Coffee Carousel in Sarasota has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
How much has Coffee Carousel in Sarasota been fined?
Coffee Carousel in Sarasota has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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