Salute Ristorante in Sarasota

Last inspected:

23 N Lemon Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Overview

Salute Ristorante in Sarasota accumulated 188 violations across 25 inspections, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection—significantly higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has undergone three disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Handwashing violations appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections, including handwashing procedures cited in August 2025 and proper hand/arm washing violations documented in March and October 2024 and August 2025. Consumer advisory violations, management awareness issues, and chemical storage violations also recurred throughout the inspection history. Employee health reporting violations were cited in March and October 2024. The most recent inspection on February 12, 2026 identified 18 violations including three high-priority findings related to management awareness, consumer advisory, and food contact surfaces, but was completed with no further action required. An earlier inspection on August 28, 2025 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after 21 violations were documented.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
188Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Salute Ristorante in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 7.5 violations / inspection 7.5 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

Salute Ristorante in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for Salute Ristorante in Sarasota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2025069047 $400.00 Aug 28, 2025 Miami (Doral)
7--2025029619 $200.00 Mar 10, 2025 Miami (Doral)
7--2021057334 $200.00 Nov 9, 2021 Miami (Doral)

Salute Ristorante in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Exposed wires above kitchen hand wash sink

Salute Ristorante in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections24 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

Salute Ristorante in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Salute Ristorante in Sarasota last inspected?
Salute Ristorante 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 Salute Ristorante in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Salute Ristorante in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Management awareness, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Salute Ristorante in Sarasota had?
Salute Ristorante in Sarasota has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Salute Ristorante in Sarasota find?
Salute Ristorante in Sarasota was most recently inspected on February 12, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Salute Ristorante in Sarasota ever been shut down?
No, Salute Ristorante 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.
Has Salute Ristorante in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Salute Ristorante in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Salute Ristorante in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Salute Ristorante in Sarasota has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has Salute Ristorante in Sarasota been fined?
Salute Ristorante in Sarasota has been fined a total of $800.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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