Fords Garage

295 N Cattleman Rd Unit 1, Sarasota, FL 34243

American

Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Fords Garage nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Fords Garage's latest score of 86 sits above the Sarasota average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 16, 2026

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener. Operator cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hoods and filters with excessive grease.

23-03-4

Oct 20, 2025

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee without a beard guard. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**

13-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. Operator stated they're cleaned tonight.

23-03-4

Oct 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Mar 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Sep 23, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no beard guard on line cook and expo leader without a hair restraint. **Repeat Violation**

13-04-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on cambros. **Corrected On-Site**

16-46-4

May 2, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed 2 employees on kitchen line changing tasks and handling ready to eat food without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator coached employees on proper hand washing procedures. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at bar hand sink and paper towel dispenser was not operating at cook line hand sink. Operator replaced paper towels and changed the batteries in the paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no beard guard on line cook and expo leader without a hair restraint.

13-04-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers stored on back metro shelves next to ice machine.

16-46-4

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed a soiled dry wiping cloth being used to wipe down the cutting board at the sandwich area. **Corrected On-Site**

21-10-4

Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed the soda gun holster drain line clogged. Operator instructed staff member to clear it. **Corrected On-Site**

29-17-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed a grease build up on top of and inside the cheese melter on cook line.

23-03-4

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Feb 16, 2023

Complaint Full

3 major violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Manager removed and sanitized the can opener to be cleaned. Drink nozzle in the bar area soiled. Employee removed and cleaned the nozzles. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee used a hand washing sink to rinse a wiping towel. Discussed with the employee that hand washing sink area for hand washing only.

31A-11-4

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.

11-26-1

Oct 28, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed handwash sink to the right of the grill on the cook line and handwash sink in back prep area to the left of the ovens at 88F.

27-24-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic and metal containers stacked together on storage rack to the left of the ice machine with water droplets inside of containers.

24-08-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop and utensils in bar stored in standing water at 74F. Operator removed water and stored utensils correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fords Garage last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fords Garage on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fords Garage?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fords Garage.

How does Fords Garage compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Fords Garage most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Fords Garage's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fords Garage have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fords Garage 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 Fords Garage inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fords Garage is inspected around three times per year on average.

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