Dewars
Last inspected: Aug 26, 2024
90
Score
Public records show five inspections at Dewars stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 26, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.
When inspectors have written things up, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Dewars' latest score of 90 sits above the Sarasota average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed grease and food debris built up under the kitchen cooking line equipment and the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance on the ice drop tray inside the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
90
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink on cooks line. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance on the ice drop tray inside the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed open personal drink on cutting while employee is cooking.
12B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease and food debris built up under the kitchen cooking line equipment and the walk in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters and ansul system pipes with a grease build up and beginning to drip.
23-03-4
74
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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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. Observed some illness reporting forms completed but not all. Operator will complete.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents over reach in cooler in prep kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food (milk) stored on floor in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not inverted in server alley. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
78
Apr 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter pc (73F - Cold Holding) stored at room temperature next to the cook line area. Manager stated the butter had been stored at room temperature for more than 4 hours. Manager discarded the butter. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Butter pc (73F - Cold Holding) stored at room temperature next to the cook line area. Manager stated the butter had been stored at room temperature for more than 4 hours. Manager discarded the butter. **Warning**
01B-02-5
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 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 handouts. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink outside of back bar area. Manager replaced soap at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
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. Emailed handout. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
47
Aug 26, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked chicken in reach-in cooler under grill on cook line. Employee moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray bottles containing toxic chemicals on shelf stored above wrapped straws in wait station area. Employee moved spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishmachine with chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Employee set up three compartment sink with sink and surface sanitizer sanitizer that read at DDBSA/LA 700/1875. Operator contacted the service company for repair. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee bag stored with single service items in cabinet in wait station area. Employee moved bag. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dewars last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dewars on file is from Aug 26, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dewars?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dewars.
How does Dewars compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Dewars most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Dewars' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dewars have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dewars 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 Dewars inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dewars is inspected around two times per year on average.
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