High Side Cafe in Sarasota
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1105 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236High Side Cafe in Sarasota has 21 inspections on record dating back to 2016, with 90 total violations and a concerning pattern of recurring high-priority failures. The facility averaged 4.3 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2, but high-priority violations—employee health policy, chemical storage, and time-temperature control—appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections, including 6 high-priority findings in the most recent two inspections alone. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 5 separate inspections, and chemical storage violations in at least 3. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 identified 12 violations including employee health reporting and toxic substance control failures, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
High Side Cafe in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
High Side Cafe in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
High Side Cafe in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was High Side Cafe in Sarasota last inspected?
- High Side Cafe in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at High Side Cafe in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at High Side Cafe in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Toilet facilities, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has High Side Cafe in Sarasota had?
- High Side Cafe in Sarasota has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of High Side Cafe in Sarasota find?
- High Side Cafe in Sarasota was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has High Side Cafe in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, High Side Cafe in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
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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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