Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota
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6538 Gateway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota has accumulated 65 violations across 14 inspections since 2020, averaging 4.6 per visit. The facility received a warning in January 2024 after inspecting 13 violations, followed by a callback that showed compliance. In October 2025, state inspectors recommended an administrative complaint after finding 7 violations, including 3 high-priority items. Top recurring violations involve approved food sources, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisories.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 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
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota last inspected?
- Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Approved food source, Proper cooking temps.
- How many health inspections has Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota had?
- Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota find?
- Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota was most recently inspected on September 23, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Sara's Italian Kitchen in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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