Gator Creek Club House
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Gator Creek Club House nine times, with records going back to 2022. On Mar 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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 four violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “grease receptacle/dumpster not” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Sarasota restaurant, which scores around 81. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed multi purpose cleaner on preparation table that had food. Employee relocated cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed.Observed sanitizer bucket at 200ppm. Corrected during inspection to 100 ppm.
41-27-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buns and chicken wings on floor in walk in freezer. Employee removed to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket with black substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
67
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket at 200 ppm. Employee corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-27-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.Employee placed shell eggs back in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-03-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket with black substance. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
70
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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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 bucket at 200 ppm. Corrected to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on slicer blade guard. Employee corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Observed hand wash sink blocked by cutting board. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.Observed a wet towel under cutting board. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed single use cutlery packs stored on floor in dry storage. Employee relocated. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
64
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
47
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 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 sanitizer bucket in use at 0 ppm. Cook corrected to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-52-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on slicer blade guard.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed plastic flatware stored in dry storage not covered.
25-05-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed fish defrosting in bucket without running water. Cook removed. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
64
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed soiled blade guard on meat slicer.
22-02-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.Observed dumpster and grease pad on sand/dirt. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed single use cutlery kits on floor in dry storage area. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
78
May 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-31: **Time Extended**
33-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-31: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
90
Mar 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.Observed all employee training expired through Florida Restaurant and Lodging. **Warning**
53B-05-5
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.Did not observe any vomit/diarrhea cleanup plan. Emailed Manager Plan. Manager printed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
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
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed counter top ice machine with black substance inside ice chute. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Shrimp and water in bucket without running water. Employee corrected by running water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
58
Oct 21, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gator Creek Club House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gator Creek Club House on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gator Creek Club House?
Across the inspection record, “grease receptacle/dumpster not” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Gator Creek Club House.
How does Gator Creek Club House compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Gator Creek Club House most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Gator Creek Club House's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gator Creek Club House have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Gator Creek Club House 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 Gator Creek Club House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gator Creek Club House is inspected around three times per year on average.
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