Le Colonne
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Le Colonne, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about six violations before that.
“Ready-to-eat” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Among Sarasota restaurants, the typical score is 81; Le Colonne is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to the cook line blocked by a reach in cooler. Owner removed the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. Cooked lasagna stored in the reach in cooler on the cook line with no date mark. Chef stated the lasagna was cooked on 3/19. Chef placed a date mark on the lasagna. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs stored in standing waster on the cook line. Employee removed the tongs to be sanitized. Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
70
Dec 18, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Dec 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
52
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
33
Mar 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade cloth towel used as liner for food container in a pan of tomato on the salad make line. Employee removed the towel. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-86-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled.
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. Emailed handouts.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna prepared on 3/10 no date mark. Manager placed a date mark on the lasagna. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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 - 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
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. All hand washing sinks in the kitchen and the bar area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
50
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent in the dishwasher area soiled with a black mold like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors in the walk-in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. 3x1 foot hole in the wall in the expo line area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In the preparation and warewashing area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Le Colonne last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Le Colonne on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Le Colonne?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Le Colonne.
How does Le Colonne compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Le Colonne most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Le Colonne's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Le Colonne have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Le Colonne 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 Le Colonne inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Le Colonne is inspected around two times per year on average.
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