Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota
Last inspected:
1900 Hillview St, Sarasota, FL 34239Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota had 27 inspections on record between 2016 and January 2026, documenting 198 total violations—averaging 7.3 per inspection, more than 40% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. High-priority violations were cited repeatedly across the inspection record, including employee health reporting violations in 2025, multiple consumer advisory violations in January and August 2025, and chemical storage violations appearing in at least five inspections between 2024 and 2025. The most recent inspection on January 21, 2026 resulted in a call back compliance, following a January 13 routine inspection that issued a warning for six violations including three separate high-priority consumer advisory violations. No emergency closures have been documented.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018033871 | $200.00 | May 30, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections32 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 13 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
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota last inspected?
- Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota had?
- Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota find?
- Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota been fined?
- Gecko's Grill and Pub on Hillview in Sarasota has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
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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