Venezia in Sarasota
Last inspected:
373 St Armands Cir, Sarasota, FL 34236Venezia in Sarasota has accumulated 303 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.7 per visit. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $680 in fines. Ventilation deficiencies, improper hand and arm washing, and missing consumer advisories are the facility's most frequently cited violations. Recent inspections show recurring high-priority violations, with 5 high-priority citations in January 2025 and 4 in August 2025.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Venezia in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
This Facility
8.7
violations / inspection
8.7 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Sarasota County Avg
0.11
closures / facility
0.11 county average
Venezia in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $680.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2020009873 | $400.00 | Feb 10, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2018020005 | $280.00 | Mar 9, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Venezia in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 4 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections42 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Venezia in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Venezia in Sarasota last inspected?
- Venezia in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 8, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Venezia in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Venezia in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Venezia in Sarasota had?
- Venezia in Sarasota has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Venezia in Sarasota find?
- Venezia in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 8, 2025 with 10 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Venezia in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Venezia in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Venezia in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Venezia in Sarasota has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $680.00 in fines.
- How much has Venezia in Sarasota been fined?
- Venezia in Sarasota has been fined a total of $680.00 across 2 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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