99 Bottles

1445 2 Street, Sarasota, FL 34236

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, 99 Bottles has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so 99 Bottles is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 10, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Chef removed the wet towel. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee began working, handled clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee removed the equipment to be sanitized and washed their hands. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-16-4

Jun 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of vinegar stored on the floor next to the chest reach in freezer. Employee placed the vinegar on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Nov 1, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Oct 20, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Aioli and Vegetable cream cheese dated 10/11 stored in the walk-in cooler. Manager discarded the items. **Corrective Action Taken**

02C-01-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Aioli and Vegetable cream cheese dated 10/11 stored in the walk-in cooler. Manager discarded the items.

01B-13-4

Jun 16, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Properly Stored/Protected

FL-48

Sep 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was 99 Bottles last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 99 Bottles on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does 99 Bottles compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

99 Bottles most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has 99 Bottles' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 99 Bottles have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 99 Bottles 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 99 Bottles inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, 99 Bottles is inspected around two times per year on average.

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