Blue Pineapple

935 N Beneva Rd #413, Sarasota, FL 34232

Other

Last inspected: Sep 17, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Blue Pineapple appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 17, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “observed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Sarasota restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 17, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 11, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 15, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Operator purchased the property from the previous owner and has been operating out of it currently. The operator stated that their accountant has been in contact with the division and they are in the process of applying for a change of ownership. **Warning** Priority: High Priority

50-08-7

Intermediate - Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator states that they have there certification at their other location. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate

53A-01-7

Basic - Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing. **Warning** Priority: Basic

35B-03-4

Sep 24, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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. Observed no proof of employee training. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of a certified food manager. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed the bathroom doors not self closing. **Warning**

32-04-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

35B-03-4

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoops in standing water. Operator turned in water. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exit door not self closing. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

35B-03-4

Dec 16, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed in back of shop no self closing door.

35B-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Pineapple last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Pineapple on file is from Sep 17, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blue Pineapple?

Across the inspection record, “observed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blue Pineapple.

How does Blue Pineapple compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

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

Has Blue Pineapple's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blue Pineapple have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blue Pineapple 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 Blue Pineapple inspected?

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

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