Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota
Last inspected:
543 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota has been inspected 24 times on record, accumulating 130 violations—an average of 5.4 per inspection, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Proper hand/arm washing violations were cited repeatedly, appearing in at least 7 inspections across the record. Shell stock handling violations emerged as a pattern in recent inspections, cited 3 times on December 16, 2025 alone. Consumer advisory violations also appeared across multiple inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $680.00. The most recent inspection on December 16, 2025 found 9 violations (1 high, 1 intermediate, 1 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $680.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016014676 | $680.00 | Mar 8, 2016 | Orlando |
Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections9 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections30 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota last inspected?
- Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota had?
- Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota has had 24 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 Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota find?
- Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 16, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- Has Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $680.00 in fines.
- How much has Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota been fined?
- Fountain Kitchen and Wine Bar in Sarasota has been fined a total of $680.00 across 1 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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