Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice
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4145 South Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice has been cited across 21 inspections from 2022 to present, accumulating 92 total violations—averaging 4.4 per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appear consistently, with improper hand and arm washing cited in at least 6 inspections and employee health policy or reporting violations documented in at least 4 inspections. Food contact surface violations, shell stock handling violations, and toxic substance control issues also recur. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. In February 2023, an administrative complaint was recommended following a routine inspection that documented five violations including employee health reporting, hand washing, and shell stock requirement failures. The facility has not experienced emergency closure. The most recent inspection on March 30, 2026 identified one high-priority food contact surface violation and one intermediate violation; inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023014016 | $200.00 | Feb 13, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice last inspected?
- Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice are: Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice had?
- Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice find?
- Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice was most recently inspected on March 30, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice ever been shut down?
- No, Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice been fined?
- Sandtrap Bar & Grill in Venice has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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).
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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