Hashtag Cafe

2781 Beeridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Hashtag Cafe has been inspected eight times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to the broader Sarasota restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed febreeze air freshener next to tea leaves on shelf. Employee relocated. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed storage of clean utensils and small wares in rear preparation area hand sink. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Aug 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 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 chlorine sanitizer bucket under 25ppm. Operator corrected to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

22-52-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink. Operator added. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance inside ice machine. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. Observed yogurt container with black substance inside container. Less than a pound. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

01B-07-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes in both hand wash sinks.Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in bathroom.

31B-03-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed ceiling tiles in back storage area not smooth. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

36-37-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Aug 29, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of milk stored on floor next to reach in freezer.

08B-38-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in storage area.

36-37-5

Mar 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Nov 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed.Observed sanitizer chlorine bucket and triple sink with level over 200ppm. Corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes in hand wash sink in rear kitchen area. Operator removed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed bag of confectionery sugar and sugar on floor in dry storage area. Operator removed to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jun 22, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

View 2 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 24, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hashtag Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hashtag Cafe on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hashtag Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hashtag Cafe.

How does Hashtag Cafe compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Hashtag Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Hashtag Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hashtag Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hashtag Cafe 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 Hashtag Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hashtag Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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