Arby's #6536

5980 Cattle Ridge Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34232

American

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Arby's #6536, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 22, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Sarasota restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the cook line sink. Operator placed more. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed two employee phones stored on dry goods boxes. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee slicing meat without a hair restraints. Operator had them put on a hat. **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup in the walk in cooler fan covers.

36-50-4

Aug 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed an eco lab insect control device stored over their boxed sodas. Operator stated he will let ecolab know on their next inspection and ask if they can move it.

35B-02-4

Nov 13, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 2, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink build up in the ice machine.

22-20-5

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to-go containers not stored inverted. Operator inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers of frozen food not covered while stored in the reach in freezer. Operator covered the containers. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Mar 11, 2024

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jan 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed an employee wash hands for less than 10 seconds. Instructed operator on proper handwashing. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-17-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on the top of the dishwashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed meats stored in the reach in freezer not covered. Operator covered the food. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Oct 5, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the interior of the ice machine.

22-20-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Aug 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Aug 18, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Hand wash sink behind preparation counter blocked by utility cart. Employee moved cart. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

22-20-5

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed under 3C sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

29-18-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Arby's #6536 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Arby's #6536 on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Arby's #6536?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Arby's #6536.

How does Arby's #6536 compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Arby's #6536 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Arby's #6536's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Arby's #6536 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Arby's #6536 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 Arby's #6536 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Arby's #6536 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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