Hooters in Sarasota
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6507 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34231Part of: Hooters Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hooters in Sarasota has recorded 167 violations across 22 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection — nearly 50% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Hand washing and hand-arm washing violations appeared in 8 of the past 7 inspections, representing a persistent pattern. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 4 inspections, including a March 2025 complaint inspection that resulted in a Warning Issued disposition. High-priority violations for chemical storage, shell stock requirements, and management awareness have recurred across the record. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on September 26, 2025 documented 14 violations (1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic) and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hooters in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Hooters in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 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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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hooters in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hooters in Sarasota last inspected?
- Hooters in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Hooters in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hooters in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Hooters in Sarasota had?
- Hooters in Sarasota has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hooters in Sarasota find?
- Hooters in Sarasota was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hooters in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Hooters in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
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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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