Evie Tavern on the Range
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
41
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Evie Tavern on the Range, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 13, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 14 violations to closer to seven violations per visit.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Sarasota restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 7-#10 cans of ground tomato 53 lbs, and 1 #0 can pineapple 8 lbs with approximately 2" dents on side.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed shell eggs over milk in walk in cooler. Employee rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine sanitation bucket over 400 ppm. Employee corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed top of milk shake mixers soiled. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed grease remover in unlabeled spray bottle. Employee corrected by marking bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice scoops stored in dirty pan on ice machine ledge. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.Observed 2 hood filters missing.
14-42-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatula between wall and reach in cooler. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
41
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed 2 spray bottles at dish machine and 1 at bar area not labeled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Manager corrected. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed back packs in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored in soiled container near outside bar. Manager replaced container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed ham in bucket of water defrosting. Manager turned on water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust on walk in cooler fan covers.
36-50-4
67
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
50
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized.Observed 1 bucket set up at 0 ppm by fry station. Cook corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-52-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching raw hamburger then touching equipment and cutting board. Employee washed hands and changed gloves after education. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in Pizza Reach in cooler Cold Holding Ham 48F, Shredded Cheese 48F. Cook iced ham and will clean filter on cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed chemical stored next to bulk oil and soda boxes.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at outside bar hand sink. Bartender corrected by adding. **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 missing shield on light fixture in closet where soda boxes are stored.
38-07-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee drink on preparation table by ice cream area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Observed cook wearing watch while preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed no beard restraints. Corrected after education. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic drink cups in wait station area stacked with water in between.
24-08-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.Observed cracked lid on corn meal bulk container.
14-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cups and soufflé cups on floor in upstairs storage area.
25-05-4
35
Feb 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on storage shelf plastic pan. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-26: Observed old labels stuck to plastic food containers in storage area. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
95
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 6 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed no vacuum breaker at hose bib next to walkin cooler and behind arcade. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.Observed chlorine at triple sink at 200ppm. **Warning**
41-18-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.Observed employee at pizza station wiping counter with soapy water without rinse or sanitation. **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.Observed rolls in chest freezer in to go bags. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed grilled chicken breast 114F, and Hamburgers 115F with no temperature control. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed soap stored next to waffle maker near ice cream area. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed shell eggs stored over salad dressings in walkin cooler and steak over mozzarella sticks in reachin freezer on cook line. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed dips in walkin cooler no date. Observed labels have name of days but not number of day. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
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.Printed plan for operation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed slicer blade guard and can opener blade soiled with food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed salad spinner then later, soap container in hand wash sink by salad preparation area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.Printed advisory for operation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair.Observed dust in walkin cooler fan cover. **Warning**
36-51-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.Observed by rear bar service area, 2 tanks not secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
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 salmon and Mahi defrosting not removed from package or package cut. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee drinks in salad reachin cooler and above reachin cooler on cook line. **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food.Observed pizza cook eating while preparing food. **Warning**
12B-01-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.Observed cell phones on preparation tables, book bag in walkin cooler. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic drink cups in wait station area by main bar wet nesting and stacked. Also plastic buckets in dishwashing machine area on storage shelves wet nesting. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed flour on steps below office area, Ranch dressing on walkin cooler floor, and multiple cases of food on walkin freezer floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall.Observed damage to lower wall in entrance to dishwashing machine room. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.Observed at outside bar, bartender removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.Observed ice scoop in soiled container on ice machine next to food walkin cooler . **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed no shield on lights in soda closet below office. **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on storage shelf plastic pan. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered.Observed approximate 1/2 " hole on top of ice machine right side next to food walkin cooler . **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed soufflé cup in granulated garlic container. **Warning**
14-01-5
9
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed black substance inside ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Observed black substance inside ice machine **Time Extended**
22-20-5
95
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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 at inside bar 0 ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.Observed 4 lbs. Ham at 48F in Walkin Cooler with a Wednesday date mark. Manager discarded. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observedsliced ham on bakers rack date marked 5 days earlier at 48F, walk in cooler ambient at 47F. Manager stated refrigerator service is on way. Manager opened freezer door and ambient was 41F during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. No vomit plan observed. Printed and emailed manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed some deli meats on bakers rack in walk in cooler not properly dated. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed black substance inside ice machine.
22-20-5
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 salmon and Mahi packages not cut in kitchen Reachin drawers and Walkin cooler. Employee corrected by cutting package. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed plastic drink cups wet nesting in dish room storage rack and at inside bar service area.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed soda and oil boxes stored in closet and beef and chicken stored on floor in Walkin Freezer. Manager had employee remove. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed no hand washing sign at outside bar and ladies bathroom. Manager corrected by adding signs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
41
Sep 21, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
78
Jul 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
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
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
39
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Evie Tavern on the Range last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Evie Tavern on the Range on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Evie Tavern on the Range?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Evie Tavern on the Range.
How does Evie Tavern on the Range compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Evie Tavern on the Range most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Evie Tavern on the Range's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Evie Tavern on the Range have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Evie Tavern on the Range 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 Evie Tavern on the Range inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Evie Tavern on the Range is inspected around three times per year on average.
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