Daruma in Sarasota
Last inspected:
4910 S Tamiami Trl #5147-122, Sarasota, FL 34231Daruma, a 220-seat permanent food service establishment in Sarasota, has accumulated 145 violations across 14 inspections since May 2022, averaging 10.4 violations per inspection — nearly double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 12 of 14 inspections, with handwashing procedures, proper cooking temperatures, consumer advisory requirements, employee health reporting, and food contact surface sanitation appearing as recurring findings. An administrative complaint was recommended following the May 8, 2024 inspection, which identified 15 violations including toxic substance control and parasite destruction failures. The facility received one $200 disciplinary fine. A propane tank larger than allowable capacity was documented inside the building on June 12, 2020. The most recent inspection on April 16, 2025 found 8 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Daruma in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Daruma in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024033494 | $200.00 | May 8, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Daruma in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Daruma in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections42 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 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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— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Daruma in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Daruma in Sarasota last inspected?
- Daruma in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Daruma in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Daruma in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Daruma in Sarasota had?
- Daruma in Sarasota has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Daruma in Sarasota find?
- Daruma in Sarasota was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Daruma in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Daruma in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Daruma in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Daruma in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Daruma in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Daruma in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Daruma in Sarasota been fined?
- Daruma in Sarasota has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
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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