Postal 98 in Sarasota
Last inspected:
1240 Yoder Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239Postal 98 in Sarasota has been inspected 14 times since 2022, accumulating 42 violations—averaging 3 per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. However, employee health reporting violations appear across at least 5 inspections (2025-11-17, 2025-02-11, 2023-12-05, 2023-08-21, and earlier records), establishing a recurring compliance issue. Food contact surface violations were cited in multiple inspections (2025-11-17, 2025-07-29, 2022-12-16), and hand washing or handwashing procedure violations appeared in at least 3 inspections (2025-07-29, 2022-12-16). In December 2023, an administrative complaint was recommended following inspection on 2023-12-05 when 4 violations including high-priority employee health reporting and shell stock requirements were found; the facility complied with a follow-up inspection the next day. The facility has incurred one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on November 17, 2025 found 15 violations including one high-priority issue with employee health reporting and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Postal 98 in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Postal 98 in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024003380 | $200.00 | Dec 5, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Postal 98 in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (14)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Postal 98 in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Postal 98 in Sarasota last inspected?
- Postal 98 in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Postal 98 in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Postal 98 in Sarasota are: Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Postal 98 in Sarasota had?
- Postal 98 in Sarasota has had 14 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Postal 98 in Sarasota find?
- Postal 98 in Sarasota was most recently inspected on November 17, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Postal 98 in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Postal 98 in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 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.
- Has Postal 98 in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Postal 98 in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Postal 98 in Sarasota been fined?
- Postal 98 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).
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