Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota
Last inspected:
1900 Main St Unit 107, Sarasota, FL 34236Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota has 19 inspections on record between 2023 and December 2025, documenting 69 total violations — an average of 3.6 per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. However, the record shows persistent high-priority violations across multiple inspection cycles. Shell stock requirements violations appeared in 6 of the 8 most recent inspections, indicating a recurring failure to maintain proper documentation and handling of raw shellfish. Hand and arm washing violations were cited in at least 5 inspections. Employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 3 inspections. Proper cooking temperature violations were documented in 4 inspections. Food contact surface violations were cited on July 29, 2025. On December 15, 2025, the facility received 18 violations in a single inspection, including 3 high-priority findings for employee health reporting, hand washing, and shell stock requirements, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. The facility returned for a callback inspection on December 16, 2025, which resulted in zero violations and a Call Back - Complied disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— 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 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota last inspected?
- Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 16, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper sewage disposal, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota had?
- Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota find?
- Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 16, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Utamaro Sushi Bar in Sarasota has no emergency closures 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).
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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