Sushark in Sarasota
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6550 Gateway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231Sushark in Sarasota has accumulated 106 violations across 16 inspections, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection—nearly 30 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations, including failures to report illness and improper hand washing, appeared in 5 of the past 6 inspections and represent the facility's most persistent compliance issue. High-priority violations for proper cooking temperatures and food contact surface sanitation have also recurred across multiple inspections. A fire safety violation was documented on November 10, 2025, when the rear exit door was found locked. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 resulted in Call Back - Complied after a prior warning issued on November 10, 2025.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Sushark in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Sushark in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Sushark in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Sushark in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sushark in Sarasota last inspected?
- Sushark in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 21, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- What are the most common violations at Sushark in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sushark in Sarasota are: Proper cooking temps, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Sushark in Sarasota had?
- Sushark in Sarasota has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sushark in Sarasota find?
- Sushark in Sarasota was most recently inspected on July 21, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has Sushark in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Sushark in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Sushark in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sushark in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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