Rudolph's in Sarasota
Last inspected:
1290 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236Rudolph's in Sarasota has recorded 88 violations across 19 inspections between 2023 and February 2026, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection. The facility's inspection record shows a persistent pattern of high-priority violations centered on employee health and hand hygiene. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, proper hand/arm washing violations were cited in at least 6 inspections, and management awareness violations were documented in 5 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action with $400 in fines. Most recent inspections show continued non-compliance: the February 2026 routine inspection documented 15 violations including 5 high-priority findings in management awareness, hand washing, and handwashing facilities, resulting in no further action; the August 2025 inspection documented 15 violations including 3 employee health policy violations and 3 hand washing violations, prompting an administrative complaint recommendation; and the January 2025 inspection documented 8 violations including high-priority findings in hand washing and handwashing facilities. The facility has not been emergency-closed.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rudolph's in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Rudolph's in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025069014 | $400.00 | Aug 27, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Rudolph's in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Rudolph's in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rudolph's in Sarasota last inspected?
- Rudolph's in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Rudolph's in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rudolph's in Sarasota are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Rudolph's in Sarasota had?
- Rudolph's in Sarasota has had 19 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 Rudolph's in Sarasota find?
- Rudolph's in Sarasota was most recently inspected on February 12, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rudolph's in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Rudolph's 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 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Rudolph's in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rudolph's in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Rudolph's in Sarasota been fined?
- Rudolph's 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).
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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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