Serving Spoon in Sarasota

Last inspected:

1825 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239
Overview

Serving Spoon in Sarasota has been emergency-closed twice, for rodent activity on March 30, 2016 and for roach and rodent activity on September 20, 2018. The facility has accumulated 174 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.0 violations per inspection—substantially above the statewide average of 5.2. Three disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $1,200. High-priority violations recurred persistently: employee health policy violations were cited in at least 6 inspections, hand-washing and food contact surface violations appeared in 8 inspections combined, and toxic substance control violations were documented in multiple recent inspections. The most recent inspection on January 14, 2026 identified 12 violations including three food contact surface issues and three employee health policy violations; the inspection was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: September 20, 2018 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
174Violations
2Closures
$1,200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Serving Spoon in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 6 violations / inspection 6 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Serving Spoon in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Serving Spoon in Sarasota
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 09:36:00
Rodent activity 08:16:00

Serving Spoon in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,200.00

Disciplinary action history for Serving Spoon in Sarasota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2022043517 $200.00 Jul 19, 2022 Miami (Doral)
7--2018049587 $400.00 Sep 20, 2018 Jacksonville
7--2016016518 $600.00 Mar 30, 2016 Fort Lauderdale

Serving Spoon in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections22 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 7 inspections44 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 23 violations (15 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

Serving Spoon in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Serving Spoon in Sarasota last inspected?
Serving Spoon in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Serving Spoon in Sarasota last shut down?
Serving Spoon in Sarasota was last shut down on September 20, 2018 for roach & rodent 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 Serving Spoon in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Serving Spoon in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Serving Spoon in Sarasota had?
Serving Spoon in Sarasota has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Serving Spoon in Sarasota find?
Serving Spoon in Sarasota was most recently inspected on January 14, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Serving Spoon in Sarasota ever been shut down?
Yes, Serving Spoon in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 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.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Serving Spoon in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Serving Spoon in Sarasota has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
How much has Serving Spoon in Sarasota been fined?
Serving Spoon in Sarasota has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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