Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota
Last inspected:
630 S Orange Ave Ste 101, Sarasota, FL 34236Michelle's Brown Bag Cafe in Sarasota was emergency-closed twice in 2025 for rodent activity, on March 11 and May 14. The facility has been subject to two disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Across 21 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 62 violations, averaging 2.95 per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the violation pattern is severe: high-priority violations dominated recent inspections, including recurring failures in employee health reporting, handwashing facilities, management awareness, and proper cooking temperatures. Between October 2024 and October 2025, the facility received five inspections with persistent high-priority violations cited in each. Following the May 14 rodent-activity closure, violations spiked again on May 15, triggering a callback that was complied with, but a major inspection on October 21, 2025 issued a Warning and documented six high-priority violations across management, handwashing, and employee health reporting. The most recent inspection on March 25, 2026 found 4 violations (2 high-priority) and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: September 17, 2026 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (3)
Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025039261 | $800.00 | May 14, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2025016568 | $400.00 | Mar 11, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 3 inspections7 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 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
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota last inspected?
- Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 18, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota last shut down?
- Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota was last shut down on September 17, 2026 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota had?
- Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota find?
- Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota was most recently inspected on September 18, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- Yes, Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota been fined?
- Michelles Brown Bag Cafe LLC in Sarasota has been fined a total of $1,200.00 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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