La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown
Last inspected: Jul 9, 2025
70
Score
Public records show six inspections at La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown stretching back to 2022. La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown was last inspected on Jul 9, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to other Sarasota restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
70
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage build up on the ground behind the dumpster. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on their dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
90
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the right side kitchen reach in cooler: Hard boiled eggs (55F - Cold Holding); Milk (53F - Cold Holding); Sausage (53F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been there overnight. Operator willingly disposed of the food. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the right side kitchen reach in cooler: Hard boiled eggs (55F - Cold Holding); Milk (53F - Cold Holding); Sausage (53F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been there overnight. Operator willingly disposed of the food. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle containing chemicals not labeled. Operator labeled the bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the kitchen hand wash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cleaned equipment placed to dry on a towel. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage build up on the ground behind the dumpster. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on their dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters in the kitchen not stored properly. Operator placed them in a bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-06-4
50
May 2, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a container of chemical cleaner and hand sanitizer stored next to and above food products in the kitchen. Operator removed the containers. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash build up on the ground behind the dumpster. Operator disposed of trash. **Corrected On-Site**
33-19-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters stored un-inverted. Operator inverted the filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
78
Nov 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the white reach in cooler in the kitchen: Butter chips (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been there for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed butter chips in a different reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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. Observed no vomit clean up plan. Handed operator a copy. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit for their triple sink.
16-37-1
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. Observed no signed agreements. Had operator sign an agreement and gave them more. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 missing ceiling tiles in the dry storage area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling vents with black build up in the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle for the women's restroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee bag stored over food in the dry storage area. Operator removed bag. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in the men's restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an opened employee drink in the right side reach in cooler in the kitchen. Operator removed drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
45
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Wiping clothes stored in the hand washing sink in the kitchen. Employee removed the towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceilings though out the kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 3 ceiling tiles in in the kitchen damaged.
36-32-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic food wrap stored on the floor in the kitchen. Employee placed the wrap on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown on file is from Jul 9, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown.
How does La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown 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 La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Quinta Inn and Suites, Sarasota Downtown is inspected around two times per year on average.
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