Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota
Last inspected:
6239 Lake Osprey Dr, Sarasota, FL 34240Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota has accumulated 303 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.9 per visit. The facility has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $600 fine. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation (22 citations), improper hand and arm washing (20 citations), and missing consumer advisories (19 citations). Recent inspection patterns show repeated warnings and callbacks between 2022 and 2024, with compliance improving in 2025.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
8.9
violations / inspection
8.9 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024051760 | $600.00 | Aug 1, 2024 | Orlando |
Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 4 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 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· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections38 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections40 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota last inspected?
- Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 30, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota had?
- Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota find?
- Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota was most recently inspected on October 30, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota been fined?
- Lucky Pelican Bistro in Sarasota has been fined a total of $600.00 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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