Viva La Vida in Sarasota
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3440 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231Viva La Vida in Sarasota has accumulated 100 violations across 15 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.7 per visit. The facility's inspection record shows a concerning pattern of escalating high-priority violations in recent years, with five inspections in 2024 and 2025 containing high-priority citations. Most violations involve proper hand and arm washing, ventilation, and wiping cloth usage. The most recent inspection in December 2025 resulted in a warning with four high-priority violations cited.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Viva La Vida in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Viva La Vida in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 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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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Viva La Vida in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Viva La Vida in Sarasota last inspected?
- Viva La Vida in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 23, 2025. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Viva La Vida in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Viva La Vida in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Viva La Vida in Sarasota had?
- Viva La Vida in Sarasota has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Viva La Vida in Sarasota find?
- Viva La Vida in Sarasota was most recently inspected on December 23, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Viva La Vida in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Viva La Vida in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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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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