15 South by Napule
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
67
Score
15 South by Napule appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. On Nov 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to seven violations.
“No measuring device available” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
By comparison, the average Sarasota facility scores 81, putting 15 South by Napule on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Drain line from the expresso machine in the bar area draining into the hand washing sink. Employee removed the drain lines. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at the hand wash sink in the pizza make area. Employee placed paper towels at the hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of both microwave ovens on the cook line soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Soap and sanitizer mixed in the sanitizer bucket on the cook line. Employee removed, rinsed the towels and replace the sanitizer, reading 300ppm quaternary. **Corrected On-Site**
21-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back exit of the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoops in the containers of bread crumbs and salt stored with the handles in the product. Employee removed the scoops. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
67
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to liquor bottles in the bar area. Employee removed spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw sausage stored over raw salmon in the walk in cooler. Employee placed the sausage below the salmon. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Employee washed their hands then dried their hands with a cloth towel. Employee washed their hands and dried them with a paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-18-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Employee removed the can opener to be sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Np paper towels at the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Employee placed paper towels at the hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Employee placed soap at the hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under the back exit door of the establishment.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles above the cook line soiled.
36-34-5
37
Dec 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon stored over cooked potatoes in the walk in cooler. Chef removed the salmon. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Chef removed to be sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Uncovered containers of cheese stored next to the hand washing sink in the preparation area. Chef removed the cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-54-4
58
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
82
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw shrimp then clean utensils without changing glove and washing their hands. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitizer, washed their hands and changed gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit for the sanitizer buckets. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water turned off at the hand washing sink next to the cook line. Employee turned the hot water on. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Clean utensils stored next to the hand washing sink near the cook line. Chef removed the utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-27-4
55
Apr 9, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed handouts. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
11-07-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed handouts. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back exit of the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
64
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 15 South by Napule last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 15 South by Napule on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 15 South by Napule?
Across the inspection record, “no measuring device available” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at 15 South by Napule.
How does 15 South by Napule compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
15 South by Napule most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has 15 South by Napule's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at 15 South by Napule have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at 15 South by Napule means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is 15 South by Napule inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 15 South by Napule is inspected around three times per year on average.
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