Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota
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4144 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 342313608Walt's Fish Market South in Sarasota has averaged 9.7 violations per inspection across 22 inspections since January 2016, nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent concern, with shell stock requirements, approved food source compliance, toxic substance control, employee health reporting, and handwashing violations appearing repeatedly across multiple inspections. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on October 29, 2025 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition after a prior October 28 inspection issued a Warning for 15 violations, including high-priority findings on employee health reporting, shell stock requirements, approved food source, and handwashing facilities.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections37 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections42 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota last inspected?
- Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota had?
- Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota find?
- Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Walts Fish Market South in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
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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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