Claytons Siesta Grille
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
95
Score
Claytons Siesta Grille has been inspected 12 times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 7, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited four times.
Compared to the broader Sarasota restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape on cracked bulk container lid.
14-71-4
95
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked andouille sausage in walk in cooler. Employee corrected by relocating sausage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed no consistency with dating on Id tags and not in order.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for dish machine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink on cooks line. Employee added soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle on cutting board at pizza station. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris in bottom of reach in cooler on cook line.
23-03-4
58
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
74
Jul 24, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.Observed 2 live roaches on floor ( one by soda boxes, 1 live roach under reach in freezer on cook line) , and 1 on ceiling by pipe above dish machine hand sink. 3 total. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-23: Observed 3 live roaches in back kitchen hall next to soda machine **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
86
Jul 22, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.Observed 2 live roaches on floor ( one by soda boxes, 1 live roach under reach in freezer on cook line) , and 1 on ceiling by pipe above dish machine hand sink. 3 total. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed on reach in cooler top on cook line near office Cold Holding Sausage 47F, Kielbasa 49F **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Fenol Marcelin expired 2/19/24 and no other manager. **Warning**
53A-03-7
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.Agreement emailed and signed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.Operation reds written plan for holding butter on front counter and cook line. Emailed to Chef. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03F-10-5
50
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed raw scallops stored over fully cooked meatloaf. Employee rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces sanitized with a quaternary ammonium solution not exposed to the sanitizer solution for at least 30 seconds. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.Observed cutting board dipped in sanitizer and removed.
22-50-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed hotel pan used as scoop in corn meal. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.Observed flour scoop in bulk bin touching flour. Chef corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash.Observed open food next to hand wash sink and under paper towels. Cook covered food. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-54-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.Observed at pizza station. Employee double bucketed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
55
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed unsecured ice machine stored behind restaurant without working locking device. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
08B-62-4
95
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed butter/Cream cheese held on front counter without plan. Emailed Chef plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed unsecured ice machine stored behind restaurant without working locking device. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
08B-62-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed no handle scoop in corn meal bin. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
74
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at Hand wash sink on cook line.
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic deli container used as scoop in corn meal bin. Chef corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust buildup on ceiling vent between Dishwashing Machine and office.
36-34-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at sink on cooks line. Emailed Chef signs.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Discussed with management using a lock when operation is closed.
08B-62-4
70
Sep 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed water at 109F, Chef corrected to 212F **Corrected On-Site**
10-05-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Hand wash sink slightly blocked by food next to Reachin Cooler . Chef corrected by removing the food. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Claytons Siesta Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Claytons Siesta Grille on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Claytons Siesta Grille?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Claytons Siesta Grille.
How does Claytons Siesta Grille compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Claytons Siesta Grille most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Claytons Siesta Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Claytons Siesta Grille have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Claytons Siesta Grille 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 Claytons Siesta Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Claytons Siesta Grille is inspected around four times per year on average.
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