Il Panificio's Siesta
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
78
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Il Panificio's Siesta, the earliest from 2022. On Nov 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Sarasota restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on slicer blade guard.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.Observed hand sink in bathroom and next to pizza display unable to dispense paper towels. Employee stated needs batteries.
31B-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
23-03-4
78
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed hose behind restaurant without vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the cook.
29-42-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl in rice and soufflé cup in red pepper flakes. Cook removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Did not observe covered waste receptacle in unisex public bathroom.
32-12-6
78
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose outside back door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-06: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on slicer. Manager relocated cell phone. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-06: Observed employee drink on slicer. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on walk in cooler fan cover. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-06: Observed dust on walk in cooler fan cover. **Time Extended**
36-50-4
78
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in walk in cooler beef 46F, Pasta 48F
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark on pizzas in front window. Manager added times for each. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner spray bottle next to marinara. Manager relocated chemical. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose outside back door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
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. Emailed operator information on employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed painters tape on reach in cooler handle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-71-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on slicer. Manager relocated cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on walk in cooler door.
14-11-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on walk in cooler fan cover.
36-50-4
41
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
67
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
41
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.Observed hose connected behind building without vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-27: Observed no vacuum breaker on hose behind building **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled Walkin Cooler gasket. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-27: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-27: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed broken gasket on Walkin Cooler door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-27: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
74
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.Ibserved 1-#10 can Roasted Peppers witb 2" dent in side of can. Chef moved out of stock. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.Observed hose connected behind building without vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.Observed William Stapleford expired 6/17/23 **Warning**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties.Observed employee washing dishes in triple sink without sanitizing. **Warning**
53B-15-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed food 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** **Warning**
22-02-4
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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Emailed agreement to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed oil stored on floor in dry storage. 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 - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled Walkin Cooler gasket. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust buildup on Walkin Cooler door gasket. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee open ice cream cup in Reachin Freezer. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes without sanitizing in triple sink. Manager corrected by filling sink and explaining protocol to employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-13-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed broken gasket on Walkin Cooler door. **Warning**
14-11-5
35
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed behind building just outside door, a hose Bibb without a vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris stuck on slicer blade guard.
22-02-4
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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed operator employee health reporting agreements in English and Spanish. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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. Observed no vomit plan. Emailed operator plan in English and Spanish. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil tub stored on floor across from fryer.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
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
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lids open. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
52
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale.Employee stated pizza out for 2 1/2 hours. Must add time to avoid stop sale. **Warning**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected to hot water outside door without vacuum breaker. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle by triple sink. Employee marked as degreaser. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine or quaternary. Both chemicals on-site. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food pans on storage shelves wet nesting. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plum tomatoes stored on floor in dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lids open on Dumpster shared with stores in plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Il Panificio's Siesta last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Il Panificio's Siesta on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Il Panificio's Siesta?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Il Panificio's Siesta.
How does Il Panificio's Siesta compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Il Panificio's Siesta most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Il Panificio's Siesta's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Il Panificio's Siesta have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Il Panificio's Siesta 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 Il Panificio's Siesta inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Il Panificio's Siesta is inspected around three times per year on average.
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