Eastside Cafe in Sarasota
Last inspected:
6300 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34240Eastside Cafe in Sarasota has logged 20 inspections with 78 total violations, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection — below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have centered on hand washing, allergen awareness, and employee health policy; hand washing violations appeared in at least 5 inspections between June 2023 and November 2025, indicating a recurring compliance gap. The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 identified 6 violations including three instances of improper hand washing and three allergen awareness citations, though the inspection was completed with no further action required. A July 2025 inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after 30 violations were documented, including shell stock requirements, consumer advisory, and management awareness violations. A fire safety violation was noted on July 30, 2025: a portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Eastside Cafe in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Eastside Cafe in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Eastside Cafe in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
Eastside Cafe in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Eastside Cafe in Sarasota last inspected?
- Eastside Cafe in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Eastside Cafe in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Eastside Cafe in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Eastside Cafe in Sarasota had?
- Eastside Cafe in Sarasota has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Eastside Cafe in Sarasota find?
- Eastside Cafe in Sarasota was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Eastside Cafe in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Eastside Cafe in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- Has Eastside Cafe in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Eastside Cafe in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Nearby Establishments to Eastside Cafe
Poor Inspection Records Near Sarasota
Stories You May Have Missed Sarasota
Sarasota Kwik Stop Cited for 13 Violations, Boiled Peanuts Pulled in March Inspection
A March 2026 FDACS inspection of a Sarasota Kwik Stop found boiled peanuts held below safe temperature and a stop sale o…
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Eastside Cafe. How we collect and verify this data.