Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota
Last inspected:
210 Avenida Madera, Sarasota, FL 34242Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota has accumulated 201 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.9 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated violations: the cafe received administrative complaints in December 2023 and July 2024, with daily callback inspections following each complaint. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand washing, food contact surfaces, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: April 25, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
This Facility
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 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
Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (2)
Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024048026 | $400.00 | Jul 17, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024008844 | $200.00 | Dec 21, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2018022684 | — | Apr 25, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2017048866 | $400.00 | Oct 12, 2017 | Tampa |
Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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
Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota last inspected?
- Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 30, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota last shut down?
- Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota was last shut down on April 25, 2018 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 Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota had?
- Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota find?
- Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota was most recently inspected on October 30, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota been fined?
- Sun Garden Cafe in Sarasota has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 4 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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