3 Natives

4942 S Tamiami Trl Ste 300, Sarasota, FL 34231

Vegetarian

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited 3 Natives six times, with records going back to 2023. On Dec 11, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average for Sarasota sits at 81, putting 3 Natives on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Dec 11, 2025

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Sep 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken salad (48F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (46F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler nearest the three compartment sink. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods have been held for approximately 2.5 hours. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed chicken salad (44F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (47F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler nearest the three compartment sink. **Admin Complaint**

03A-02-5

Jul 9, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken salad (48F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (46F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler nearest the three compartment sink. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods have been held for approximately 2.5 hours. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

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

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed available license expired 12/1/2024.

50-09-4

Nov 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Nov 1, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was 3 Natives last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 3 Natives on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does 3 Natives compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

3 Natives most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has 3 Natives' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at 3 Natives have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 3 Natives means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is 3 Natives inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, 3 Natives is inspected around three times per year on average.

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