La Mucca Ballerina
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
52
Score
La Mucca Ballerina has been inspected 11 times since 2022. La Mucca Ballerina was last inspected on Feb 24, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which La Mucca Ballerina's 52 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched their face then handled clean utensils without washing their hands. Employee removed the utensils then washed their hands **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw chicken changed their gloves and handed clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee removed the equipment to be sanitized, washed their hands and changed gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at the hand wash sink next to the cook line. Owner placed soap at the hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Clean equipment stored next to the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Employee removed the equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-27-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of the ovens on the cook line soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pot and pan shelves in the dishwasher area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
52
Nov 13, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-21: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-21: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pot and pan shelves in the dishwasher area soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-21: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Water pitcher stored in the hand wash sink in the wait station area. Employee removed the item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Container of vegetable soup stored in the reach in cooler next to the cook line with no date mark. Owner stated the soup was prepared on 8/15. Owner placed a date mark on the soup. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Clean utensils stored next to the hand wash sink in the front counter area. Employee removed the utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pot and pan shelves in the dishwasher area soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
55
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-14: **Time Extended**
01C-05-4
90
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
43
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw chicken then the handles of the reach in cooler without changing gloves and washing their hands. Employee washed their hands, changed gloves and sanitized the reach in cooler handles. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Water pitcher stored in the hand washing sink next to the cook line. Employee removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Manager labeled the bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on the cook line.
14-09-4
67
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked broccoli in the drawer reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed the broccoli. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer +200ppm chlorine. Manager replaced the sanitizer new reading 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cut bell peppers before washing. Employee washed the cut and and uncut peppers. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
55
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Apr 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean equipment without washing hands. Employee washed their hands and sanitized the piece of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed handouts.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
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. Emailed handouts.
11-27-4
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. Emailed handouts.
11-26-1
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield missing above the dishwasher in the kitchen.
38-07-4
55
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Manager placed the chicken below the pork. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven on the cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls across from the cook line soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Ice machine in the outside the back of the restaurant has no lock.
08B-62-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Large cutting board on the cook line.
14-09-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Mucca Ballerina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Mucca Ballerina on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Mucca Ballerina?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Mucca Ballerina.
How does La Mucca Ballerina compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
La Mucca Ballerina most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has La Mucca Ballerina's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Mucca Ballerina have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Mucca Ballerina means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is La Mucca Ballerina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Mucca Ballerina is inspected around three times per year on average.
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