Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota
Last inspected:
9105 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota averaged 4.6 violations per inspection across 25 inspections since January 2022, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has no emergency closure history and received one disciplinary action totaling $200. Recurring findings include hand washing violations cited in at least three inspections (September 2025, March 2012, April 2024) and approved food source violations appearing across multiple inspections. A warning was issued on March 12, 2025 following discovery of management awareness and hand washing violations. The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 yielded 6 basic violations related to approved food sources and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023069953 | $200.00 | Oct 31, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic 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
Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota last inspected?
- Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota had?
- Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota has had 25 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 Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota find?
- Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota been fined?
- Ophelia's on the Bay in Sarasota has been fined a total of $200.00 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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