Epicure
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
50
Score
Going back to 2022, Epicure has 10 inspections in the public record. On Feb 11, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Hole in or other damage to wall” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Compared to other Sarasota restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server handled dirty dishes then a clean glass without washing their hands. Employee removed the glass to be sanitized and washed their hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-02-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to food in the front counter area. Manager removed the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee washed a kitchen in the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Employee was informed and removed the knife to be sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Containers of uncovered food stored on a food cart next the the hand wash sink on the cook line. Chef removed the cart. **Repeat Violation**
08B-54-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. 2x2 foot hole in the wall below the hand wash sink in the bar area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
50
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Meat sauce (86F - Hot Holding); Marinara (85F - Hot Holding) stored in hot holding on the cook line. Chef stated the items were in hot holding for approximately 1 hour. Chef reheated the items above 165F and placed them in hot holding. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat ham and cooked mushrooms in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Chef removed the beef. Raw chicken stored over ready to eat tomatoes in the walk in cooler Chef removed the chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee washed their hands without using soap. Employee was informed and properly washed their hands.
12A-20-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phone stored on a stack of plates on the cook line. Employee removed the plate to be sanitized and removed the phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Broken concrete floors on the cook line.
36-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. 2x2 foot hole in the wall below the hand wash sink in the bar area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Uncovered pans of food stored on a cart next to the hand wash sink on the left side of the cook line. Employee moved the cart. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-54-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth sanitizer reading 00ppm chlorine. Cher replaced the sanitizer, new reading 100ppm chlorine. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
50
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
43
Jul 2, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw shrimp stored over cooked ham in the reach in cooler on the left side of the cook line. Chef removed the shrimp. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-13-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Chef removed to be cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors in the bar/pizza make area soiled under all equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Approximately 2x3 foot hole in the wall under the hand washing sink in the bar area. Approximately 1x3:foot hole in the wall next to the hand washing sink in the bake shop area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Uncovered containers of sauces stored next to the hand washing sink on the cook line. Chef removed the sauces. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-36-4
61
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
32
Feb 1, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils then prepared a beverage without washing hands. Employee washed their hands. Instructed employee and manager on proper hand washing protocol. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-02-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Tomato sauce (51F - Cooling); Meat sauce (52F - Cooling); stored in the walk-in cooler. Manager started the items were placed in the walk-in cooler to cool on 1-31. Manager discarded the items. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Tracking powder pesticide on the floor under a preparation table and on the shelves below the preparation tables next to clean cooking pots. Employee swept and moped the floor, cleaned the shelves and washed all the cooking pot in the area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-25-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Tomato sauce (51F - Cooling); Meat sauce (52F - Cooling); stored in the walk-in cooler. Manager started the items were placed in the walk-in cooler to cool on 1-31. Manager discarded the items.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed their hands in a preparation sink. Instructed employee and manager on proper hand washing protocol.. Employee cleaned the sink and re-washed their hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink in the bar area. Manager placed towels at the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of tomatoes in the dry storage area. Containers of mussels and chicken in the walk-in cooler. Several cases of food in the walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. 2x3 foot hole in the wall next to the hand washing sink in the bar area. 1x3 foot hole in the wall next to the hand washing sink in the bake shop area. 8x8 inch hole in the wall in the front counter area above the dessert reach in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on the shelves and exterior of boxes of food.
14-69-4
32
Jan 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Nov 1, 2022
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dry storage shelves soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-01: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. 2x3 foot hole in the wall behind the hand washing sink at the bar area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-01: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
90
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Epicure last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Epicure on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Epicure?
Across the inspection record, “hole in or other damage to wall” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Epicure.
How does Epicure compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Epicure most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Epicure's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Epicure have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Epicure means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Epicure inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Epicure is inspected around three times per year on average.
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