Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota
Last inspected:
7253 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34231Grasshopper/El Chapulin in Sarasota has been emergency-closed once, on May 30, 2023, for sewage backup. Across 21 inspections dating back to at least 2016, the facility accumulated 151 violations, averaging 7.2 per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, including repeated citations for employee health policy (5 inspections), hand washing violations (8 inspections), and food contact surface violations (12 inspections). The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on September 29, 2025 documented 18 violations including multiple high-priority findings for employee health policy, time as control, food contact surfaces, approved food source, and proper hand/arm washing, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: May 30, 2023 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (1)
Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023031010 | $400.00 | May 30, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 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
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota last inspected?
- Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota last shut down?
- Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota was last shut down on May 30, 2023 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota had?
- Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota find?
- Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota was most recently inspected on September 29, 2025 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- Yes, Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 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.
- Has Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota been fined?
- Grasshopper/el Chapulin in Sarasota has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Nearby Establishments to Grasshopper/el Chapulin
Poor Inspection Records Near Sarasota
Stories You May Have Missed Sarasota
Sarasota Kwik Stop Cited for 13 Violations, Boiled Peanuts Pulled in March Inspection
A March 2026 FDACS inspection of a Sarasota Kwik Stop found boiled peanuts held below safe temperature and a stop sale o…
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Grasshopper/el Chapulin. How we collect and verify this data.