Village Cafe in Sarasota
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5133 Ocean Blvd, Sarasota, FL 342421636Village Cafe in Sarasota has 22 inspections on record spanning from early 2023 to November 2025, totaling 166 violations. This averages 7.5 violations per inspection, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Hand washing violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, including high-priority findings in August 2023, February 2025, and November 2025. Chemical storage violations were also recurring, cited as high-priority issues in February 2025 and November 2025. Consumer advisory violations appeared across multiple inspections in 2023, 2025, and again in November 2025. The most recent inspection on November 18, 2025 identified 12 violations including high-priority hand washing and chemical storage issues, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. A follow-up inspection on November 19, 2025 found 6 additional violations and resulted in Call Back - Complied.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Village Cafe in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Village Cafe in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 4 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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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— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Village Cafe in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Village Cafe in Sarasota last inspected?
- Village Cafe in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 19, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Village Cafe in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Village Cafe in Sarasota are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Village Cafe in Sarasota had?
- Village Cafe in Sarasota has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Village Cafe in Sarasota find?
- Village Cafe in Sarasota was most recently inspected on November 19, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Village Cafe in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Village Cafe in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
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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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