Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota

Last inspected:

4005 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233

Part of: Moes Southwest Grill Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Moe's Southwest Grill #411 in Sarasota has been inspected 31 times over the record period, accumulating 146 total violations — averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have included chemical storage deficiencies, allergen awareness lapses, food condition issues, employee health reporting failures, handwashing procedure violations, and food contact surface contamination across multiple inspections. Intermediate-level violations for chemical storage and allergen awareness were cited in August 2024, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. Fire safety violations involving portable fire extinguisher gauge readings in the red zone were documented in January 2020. The most recent inspection on October 16, 2025 resulted in Inspection Completed - No Further Action with 6 basic violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections
148Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 4.6 violations / inspection 4.6 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher entrance to kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2020-01-22: Operator contacted abc fire equipment to bring it up to code. **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher entrance to kitchen

Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)

— 1 inspection2 violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections13 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections28 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota last inspected?
Moes Southwest Grill #411 in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Moes Southwest Grill #411 in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Proper cooling equipment, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota had?
Moes Southwest Grill #411 in Sarasota has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota find?
Moes Southwest Grill #411 in Sarasota was most recently inspected on April 28, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota ever been shut down?
No, Moes Southwest Grill #411 in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
Has Moes Southwest Grill in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Moes Southwest Grill #411 in Sarasota has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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