Cafe Barbosso
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
70
Score
Inspectors have visited Cafe Barbosso nine times, with records going back to 2022. On Jan 21, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited four times.
By comparison, the average Sarasota facility scores 81, putting Cafe Barbosso on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wood in front of hand sink by pizza oven and items in hand sink at bar.Employee removed items and wood. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at hand sink next to triple sink. Chef added. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights not shielded over top of walk in freezer/cooler. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth.Observed waitstaff drying silverware with towel.
24-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.Chef relocated. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
70
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
43
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
64
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed outside hose Bibb without breaker.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed in walk in freezer bag buns, walk in cooler cheese, soda box in back area, and oil near pizza ovens.
08B-38-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
67
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
52
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Chef corrected by adding during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
29-34-4
High Priority - Copper or copper alloys in contact with foods with a pH below 6. Observed copper drink cups at bar. Manager corrected by discarding cups and ordering approved cups. **Corrected On-Site**
14-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed decorations in hand wash sink at bar. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed at hand wash sink next to triple sink no paper towels.
31B-02-4
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.Emailed to Manager who printed and employees signed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed cases of canned tomato on floor below storage shelving. Chef corrected by removing. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed hand wash sink next to triple sink in disrepair.
29-08-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust on walkin cooler fan cover. Chef corrected by removing dust. **Corrected On-Site**
36-50-4
47
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed no Clam tags from previous month. Discussed protocol on 90 days with Chef.
01C-02-4
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. Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements signed by employees. Emailed again and reminded Management to have all employees sign each agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on first Reachin Cooler on cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed clams and beef on floor in Walkin Freezer . Chef corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Chef corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets with food debris on cook line pull out drawers.
23-03-4
67
Feb 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.Observed all employee certificates expired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-03: Observed documentation of an employee training session scheduled for 2/23/23. Extension Approved by Tartaglione **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
90
Nov 30, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.Observed all employee certificates expired. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed shellfish tags without any dates for last served. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at Hand wash sink by pizza oven. Chef corrected by refilling. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed annex tomato product stored on floor under dry storage shelves. Chef corrected by moving from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Barbosso last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Barbosso on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Barbosso?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cafe Barbosso.
How does Cafe Barbosso compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Cafe Barbosso most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Cafe Barbosso's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe Barbosso have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cafe Barbosso means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cafe Barbosso inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Barbosso is inspected around three times per year on average.
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