Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota

Last inspected:

6690 Superior Ave, Sarasota, FL 342315838
Overview

Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota averaged 3.1 violations per inspection across 18 inspections dating to 2023, performing better than the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Hand washing and cooking temperature violations appeared in multiple inspections, with hand washing cited in at least 6 of the last 10 inspections and cooking temperatures in 5 of the last 10, indicating recurring gaps in temperature control and hygiene practices. A fire safety violation was documented on January 13, 2023, when an inspector observed the rear exit door locked with a sliding lock. The most recent inspection on December 18, 2025 resulted in six violations (one high priority for proper hand washing and cooking temperatures, and one intermediate) with a disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
56Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 3.1 violations / inspection 3.1 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

Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed rear exit door locked with sliding lock.

Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections9 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota last inspected?
Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota had?
Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota find?
Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 18, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota ever been shut down?
No, Monk's Steamer Bar 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
Has Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Monk's Steamer Bar in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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