Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota
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7119 S Tamiami Trail Ste F, Sarasota, FL 34231Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota has documented serious and recurring food safety violations across 22 inspections since 2016. The facility was emergency-closed on April 12, 2022 for roach activity. Over its inspection history, the facility averaged 10.2 violations per inspection, nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, handwashing violations (procedures, facilities, and proper technique) were cited in at least 7 inspections, and food contact surface violations appeared in every recent inspection from 2023 forward. Time-as-control violations (relying on time rather than temperature to keep food safe) were documented in at least 5 inspections. The facility has also received 2 disciplinary actions resulting in $600 in combined fines. Fire safety violations were documented in 2018 and 2019, including missing hood exhaust systems for grease-laden cooking equipment and portable fire extinguishers in the red zone. The most recent inspection on October 17, 2025 identified 18 violations including high-priority employee health policy, time-as-control, and food contact surface violations, with the inspection disposition "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."
Most recent closure: April 12, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (1)
Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022018184 | $400.00 | Apr 12, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2015048004 | $200.00 | Oct 21, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 2 fire violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 21 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota last inspected?
- Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota last shut down?
- Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota was last shut down on April 12, 2022 for roach 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 Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota had?
- Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota find?
- Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota was most recently inspected on October 17, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- Yes, Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 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 Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota been fined?
- Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Red Plum Sushi and Hibachi in Sarasota operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Flavors of India (2018-2019).
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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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