Bent Tree Golf Club

4700 Bent Tree Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34241

American

Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Bent Tree Golf Club has been inspected 10 times since 2022. On Feb 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, showing up two times.

Among Sarasota restaurants, the typical score is 81; Bent Tree Golf Club is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 23, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**

33-11-4

Sep 3, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

33-11-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed hand sink in dishwasher area not working.

29-08-4

Mar 24, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed 3 cases of egg salad sandwiches in walk in freezer at 73F .Stop sale issued.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 cases of egg salad sandwiches in walk in freezer at 73F .Stop sale issued.

01B-13-4

Nov 18, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Apr 9, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Oct 16, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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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.Printed and emailed to operation. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

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.Printed for operation. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**

53A-02-7

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.Person in charge removed ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Apr 4, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black substance on ice chute guard inside ice machine bin.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed gallon of pot soap stored in Hand wash sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer in main kitchen area.

14-69-4

Sep 21, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bent Tree Golf Club last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bent Tree Golf Club on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bent Tree Golf Club?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bent Tree Golf Club.

How does Bent Tree Golf Club compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Bent Tree Golf Club most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Bent Tree Golf Club's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bent Tree Golf Club have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bent Tree Golf Club 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 Bent Tree Golf Club inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bent Tree Golf Club is inspected around three times per year on average.

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