Fords Garage in Sarasota
Last inspected:
295 N Cattleman Rd Unit 1, Sarasota, FL 34243Ford's Garage in Sarasota had 12 inspections on record between February 2023 and March 2026, with 33 total violations and no emergency closures. The facility averaged 2.75 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. Parasite destruction violations appeared in 5 separate inspections (October 2025, October 2025, October 2024, May 2024, and February 2023), and chemical storage violations were cited in 4 inspections (March 2026, October 2025, May 2024, and December 2023). The most recent inspection on March 16, 2026, identified 6 violations including consumer advisory and chemical storage issues. The inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fords Garage in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Fords Garage in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Fords Garage in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fords Garage in Sarasota last inspected?
- Fords Garage in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Fords Garage in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fords Garage in Sarasota are: Parasite destruction, Chemical properly stored, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Fords Garage in Sarasota had?
- Fords Garage in Sarasota has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fords Garage in Sarasota find?
- Fords Garage in Sarasota was most recently inspected on May 13, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fords Garage in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Fords Garage in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
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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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