Mediterraneo in Sarasota
Last inspected:
1970 Main St, Sarasota, FL 342365921Mediterraneo, a 166-seat permanent food service establishment in Sarasota, has been inspected 20 times since 2016 with 97 total violations, averaging 4.85 violations per inspection. The facility has received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines and has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been consistent across inspections, particularly handwashing and hand-arm washing violations appearing in at least 9 of the last 8 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 3 of the last 8 inspections, and shell stock handling violations in 6 of the last 8 inspections. Management awareness violations were cited 3 times in the most recent two inspections. On August 23, 2023, an administrative complaint was recommended after 8 violations were found, including high-priority violations for employee health reporting, no bare hand contact, and shell stock requirements. The most recent inspection on February 25, 2026 found 18 violations with 5 high-priority findings and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mediterraneo in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Mediterraneo in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023058109 | $400.00 | Aug 23, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2022018428 | $200.00 | Mar 11, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Mediterraneo in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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.
Mediterraneo in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mediterraneo in Sarasota last inspected?
- Mediterraneo in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Mediterraneo in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mediterraneo in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Management awareness, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Mediterraneo in Sarasota had?
- Mediterraneo in Sarasota has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mediterraneo in Sarasota find?
- Mediterraneo in Sarasota was most recently inspected on February 25, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mediterraneo in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Mediterraneo in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V09 (No contamination) mean?
- Violation 09 (No contamination) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/09.
- Has Mediterraneo in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mediterraneo in Sarasota has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Mediterraneo in Sarasota been fined?
- Mediterraneo in Sarasota has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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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