La Violetta Market & Kitchen
Last inspected: Sep 23, 2025
55
Score
La Violetta Market & Kitchen appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Sep 23, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, showing up four times.
La Violetta Market & Kitchen's latest score of 55 falls below the Sarasota average of 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon stored over bottles of sauce in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The raw bacon was properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed the chlorine sanitizer test kit expired 9/2024.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near the three compartment sink. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple foods prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date marking.
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in freezer door falls off the hinges when opened.
14-11-5
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons stored with the food contact surface up at the server station. The operator properly stored the spoons. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
55
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a container with fresh mozzarella (50F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler in the cold prep station. The operator stated the mozzarella had been held for approximately 1 hours. The operator placed the container of mozzarella in the lower portion of the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. The employee put on a proper hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed in-use cracked plastic food containers.
14-13-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed multiple foods packaged using the reduced oxygen method with no date markings or production times. The operator stated the foods had been packaged within the last 48 hours. **Repeat Violation**
03G-53-1
74
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw dover sole stored over cheese in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw fish. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee wearing gloves touch a trash can then handle a clean scoop for salt.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink blocked by a trash can. Observed the handwashing sink behind the bar blocked by a blender. The operator moved the obstructions. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottles containing toxic substance not labeled in the dish area.
41-17-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed raw beef stored using reduced oxygen packaging not properly labeled. The operator stated the raw beef was packaged earlier in the day for evening service.
03G-53-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored near clean dishware on the cook line. The employee properly stored the cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
55
Jun 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink blocked by a trash can. Observed the handwashing sink behind the bar blocked by a blender. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the bar. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-25: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
82
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed brown paper bags used to stored bread in the reach in freezer.
14-31-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee touch soiled microwave buttons then handle clean dishware without changing gloves and washing hands.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink blocked by a trash can. Observed the handwashing sink behind the bar blocked by a blender.
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops stored in 75F standing water. The operator removed the scoops from the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind the bar. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
52
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ricotta cheese in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blue cheese stuffed olives (52F - Cold Holding) at the bar. The operator stated the stuffed olives have been out for approximately 1 hour. The operator placed the olives in the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ice buildup in stand up reach-in freezer in the storage area.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign for the sink behind the bar. Observed no handwashing sign for the sink at the coffee station.
31B-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed thawed tuna not removed from reduced oxygen packaging with label indicating to remove from packaging prior to thawing. The operator discarded the tuna.. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
58
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
50
Mar 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw seafood stored over cooked eggplant in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator properly stored the raw seafood. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket inside the handwashing sink behind the bar. Operator cleared out the handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for warewashing machine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink on the cook line.
31B-02-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the public unisex 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 employee cell phone stored on a shelf with clean equipment in the prep area. Operator removed the cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored hanging on the oven door on the cook line. Operator cleaned and properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Violetta Market & Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Violetta Market & Kitchen on file is from Sep 23, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Violetta Market & Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Violetta Market & Kitchen.
How does La Violetta Market & Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
La Violetta Market & Kitchen most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has La Violetta Market & Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Violetta Market & Kitchen have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Violetta Market & Kitchen 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 Violetta Market & Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Violetta Market & Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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