Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota
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3005 University Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34243Part of: Duffys Sports Grill Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota has 23 inspections on record spanning from at least 2023 through February 2026, totaling 151 violations—an average of 6.6 violations per inspection, nearly 30% above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 19 of the last 8 inspections reviewed, with handwashing and proper cooking temperatures appearing across multiple inspections, along with recurring chemical storage, consumer advisory, and shell stock requirement violations. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation issued three disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 27, 2026, a complaint-based full inspection, resulted in a "Call Back - Complied" disposition after two basic food contact surface violations were documented. A prior complaint inspection on February 18, 2026, resulted in an "Administrative complaint recommended" disposition after 16 violations were found, including five high-priority violations involving management awareness, chemical storage, consumer advisory, proper cooking temperatures, food contact surfaces, and shell stock requirements.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024064952 | $200.00 | Sep 18, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2022009086 | $200.00 | Jan 21, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2018031657 | $200.00 | May 16, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota last inspected?
- Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 27, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota had?
- Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota find?
- Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota was most recently inspected on February 27, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Duffy's Sports Grill 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 Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota been fined?
- Duffy's Sports Grill in Sarasota has been fined a total of $600.00 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).
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