Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota
Last inspected:
5023 Ocean Blvd, Sarasota, FL 342421634The Old Salty Dog in Sarasota has been emergency-closed once, on August 5, 2021, for rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 125 violations across 19 inspections since 2022, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection—nearly 27% above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited repeatedly, including employee health reporting violations in three of the past five inspections, handwashing and hand-washing facility violations appearing in five inspections total, chemical storage violations in four inspections, and consumer advisory failures in six inspections. A $400 disciplinary fine was imposed following these enforcement actions. Fire safety violations documented in August 2021 included portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone. The most recent inspection on December 3, 2025 identified 18 violations—7 basic, with high-priority flags for approved food source, toxic substance control, chemical storage, parasite destruction, and shell stock requirements—and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: August 5, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (1)
Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021037122 | $400.00 | Aug 5, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 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
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 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
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota last inspected?
- Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 3, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota last shut down?
- Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota was last shut down on August 5, 2021 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 Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota had?
- Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota find?
- Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 3, 2025 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- Yes, Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota been fined?
- Old Salty Dog (the) in Sarasota has been fined a total of $400.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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