Djonisi's Restaurant
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
74
Score
Inspectors have visited Djonisi's Restaurant nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 5, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Djonisi's Restaurant trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the bar hand sink used as a dump sink. Operator removed the trash. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed their ice scoop handle in contact with ice at their soda machine. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed their microwaves with debris build up.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing hand sign at the bar sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to-go boxes not inverted. Operator inverted them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
74
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over raw whole beef in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the ground beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a hose attached to their back hand sink. Instructed operator on the proper use of their outside mop sink and they removed the hose. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris buildup on top of their dish machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed hangers stored above their soda boxes. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on their walk in freezer door.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign at their kitchen sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed their to-go boxes not inverted. Operator inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
61
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
47
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Feb 2, 2024
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a hose line on the warewashing hand wash sink. Operator removed the hose. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple cooked soups and meats in the walk in cooler held over 24hrs and not date marked. Operator stated they had been cooked yesterday and date marked them **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris build up on the can opener. Operator cleaned the can opener. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed the ice scoop handle in the the soda ice bin. Operator removed the ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawed reduced oxygen packaged salmon thawed while still in the package. Operator opened the packages. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
67
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken eggs stored over ready to eat desserts in a standing reach in cooler. Operator removed the eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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 no signed agreements. Had operator sign an agreement and handed them more copies. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially processed reduced oxygen fish not removed from its package in a kitchen reach in cooler. Operator cut open the packages. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of lettuce and containers of yogurt on the floor of the walk in cooler. Operator placed the food on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use ice cream scoops in standing water in the kitchen. Operator removed the scoops. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
67
Oct 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored on the ground of the kitchen. Operator placed bucket into another bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed at the front counter: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). Operator emptied the bucket. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in a reach in cooler below the grill on the cook line and inside the walk in cooler. Operator placed chicken below the beef in both places. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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. Observed no vomit clean up plan. Emailed operator a copy. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink with dirty knives inside. Operator removed knives and cleaned sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on the ceiling vent above the triple sink.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on the kitchen prep table. Operator removed drinks.
12B-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed a open dumpster lid for the shared community dumpster.
33-16-4
39
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Aug 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer bowl/head soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of eggplant on floor in Walk in freezer. Employee moved eggplant. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled.
36-50-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of flour and sugar not labeled. Employee labeled containers.
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food handler no hair restraint. Employee put on hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas Observed above kitchen preparation area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Djonisi's Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Djonisi's Restaurant on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Djonisi's Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Djonisi's Restaurant.
How does Djonisi's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Djonisi's Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Djonisi's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Djonisi's Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Djonisi's Restaurant 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 Djonisi's Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Djonisi's Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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