Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota

Last inspected:

6516 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34240
Overview

Owens Fish Camp has recorded 52 violations across 9 inspections between June 2023 and November 2025, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection—modestly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 7 of the 9 inspections, with management awareness, approved food source, and food contact surfaces appearing repeatedly. The most recent inspections show an acceleration in citation frequency: the August 2025 inspection documented 24 violations including high-priority violations for management awareness, food contact surfaces, proper hand and arm washing, and approved food source; the November 2025 inspection followed with 18 violations including high-priority citations for management awareness, toxic substance control, food contact surfaces, and shell stock requirements. A warning was issued on October 6, 2023 following an inspection that documented 8 violations including employee health reporting, proper hand and arm washing, and parasite destruction. No emergency closures are on record. The most recent inspection on November 18, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

9Inspections
52Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 5.8 violations / inspection 5.8 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

Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (9)

— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 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.

Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota last inspected?
Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota are: Approved food source, Clean multi-use utensils, Management awareness.
How many health inspections has Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota had?
Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota find?
Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota was most recently inspected on November 18, 2025 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota ever been shut down?
No, Owens Fish Camp in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.

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