Island Fin Poke in Sarasota
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5844 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 2, Sarasota, FL 34233Island Fin Poke in Sarasota has been cited for 23 violations across 13 inspections, averaging 1.8 violations per inspection—well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility has received two administrative complaint recommendations within the past year, most recently on December 29, 2025, following a routine inspection that cited allergen awareness violations. The October 28, 2025 inspection issued a warning after documenting three allergen awareness violations, signaling recurring concern in this critical area. Food contact surface violations appeared in February 2025 and September 2024 inspections. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. The most recent inspection on December 29, 2025 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Island Fin Poke in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Island Fin Poke in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 4 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Island Fin Poke in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Island Fin Poke in Sarasota last inspected?
- Island Fin Poke in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 29, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Island Fin Poke in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Island Fin Poke in Sarasota are: Proper cooling equipment, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Island Fin Poke in Sarasota had?
- Island Fin Poke in Sarasota has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Island Fin Poke in Sarasota find?
- Island Fin Poke in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 29, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Island Fin Poke in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Island Fin Poke in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V42 (Equipment condition) mean?
- Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.
- 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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