El Ceviche in Sarasota

Last inspected:

3664 Webber St, Sarasota, FL 34232
Overview

El Ceviche in Sarasota has been inspected 23 times since 2016, accumulating 124 violations—an average of 5.4 per inspection, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on May 19, 2015 for no handwashing and has incurred $800 in combined fines across 2 disciplinary actions. High-priority violations have been recurring: employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 3 inspections (August 2024, February 2024, and earlier), handwashing violations were cited repeatedly, and food contact surface violations were documented in August 2025. Chemical storage violations were also a pattern. The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025 found 9 basic violations and was completed with no further action; the prior inspection on August 21, 2025 resulted in call-back compliance after a warning was issued in August 2025 for 24 violations including 2 high-priority food contact surface violations.

Most recent closure: May 19, 2015 for no handwashing.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
124Violations
1Closures
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Ceviche 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 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

El Ceviche in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for El Ceviche in Sarasota
DateReasonReopened
No handwashing 14:25:00

El Ceviche in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for El Ceviche in Sarasota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2024059832 $400.00 Aug 26, 2024 Fort Lauderdale
7--2015022808 $400.00 May 19, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

El Ceviche in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 3 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections24 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 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)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection11 violations · 5 high priority
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

El Ceviche in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Ceviche in Sarasota last inspected?
El Ceviche in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 20, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was El Ceviche in Sarasota last shut down?
El Ceviche in Sarasota was last shut down on May 19, 2015 for no handwashing. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at El Ceviche in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at El Ceviche in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has El Ceviche in Sarasota had?
El Ceviche 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 El Ceviche in Sarasota find?
El Ceviche in Sarasota was most recently inspected on November 20, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has El Ceviche in Sarasota ever been shut down?
Yes, El Ceviche in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
Has El Ceviche in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Ceviche in Sarasota has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has El Ceviche in Sarasota been fined?
El Ceviche in Sarasota has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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