Golf Serenoa
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Golf Serenoa 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 5, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to three violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “lights in food preparation”, which has been cited three times.
Golf Serenoa's latest score of 67 falls below the Sarasota average of 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.Observed 2-7lb cans of Casa Solana roasted jalapeño in dry storage. Employee removed from storage for return. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on tiles and black substance on vent in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in 3 door and white door reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed unshielded light in kitchen.
38-07-4
67
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on top exterior of dish machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-29: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks and stains on top cutting board on reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-29: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed 2 light shields missing from lights. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-29: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
86
May 28, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler cold holding chicken salad 54F, tuna salad 53F, sliced cheese 59F, cut tomatoes 57, ambient 61F. **Warning**
03A-02-5
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 dish machine chlorine at approximately 10pm. Employee called for service. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee touch raw chicken, and changed gloves without handwashing.
12A-07-5
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 - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on top exterior of dish machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks and stains on top cutting board on reach in cooler.
14-09-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed 2 light shields missing from lights.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled door gasket on walk in cooler.
23-03-4
50
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed cooking oil tubs on floor in dry storage. Chef corrected . **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
90
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training certificate for Jamie Maguina.
53B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.Observed food debris on top of dishwashing machine. Manager cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.Observed 2 hood filters missing from hood.
14-42-4
82
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed bucket catching water under Hand wash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: **Time Extended**
29-08-4
95
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Golf Serenoa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Golf Serenoa on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Golf Serenoa?
Across the inspection record, “lights in food preparation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Golf Serenoa.
How does Golf Serenoa compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Golf Serenoa most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Golf Serenoa's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Golf Serenoa have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Golf Serenoa 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 Golf Serenoa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Golf Serenoa is inspected around three times per year on average.
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