Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota
Last inspected:
6711 15 St E, Sarasota, FL 34243Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota has accumulated 195 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.5 violations per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Food contact surface violations are the most frequent citation, followed by ventilation and single-use item issues. In July 2023, inspectors issued a warning for 13 violations including 4 high-priority items, and the facility was brought back into compliance after a callback inspection.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
7.5
violations / inspection
7.5 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019047174 | $400.00 | Aug 2, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2018053813 | $200.00 | Sep 5, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only.
Electrical outlet in the dining room next to the wine rack.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota last inspected?
- Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota had?
- Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota find?
- Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 17, 2025 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Eleni's Pizza Works 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- 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 Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota been fined?
- Eleni's Pizza Works in Sarasota has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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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