Mcdonald's
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
90
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Mcdonald's stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
Looking across the full record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Mcdonald's is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in walkin freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters above fryer station against wall.
23-03-4
90
Jan 14, 2026
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Sep 22, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed approximately 4 tiles from lower wall missing on back wall of preparation, rear fry area.with foam filler added to close area still with a small opening through wall.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. Observed food debris on shelf and soda boxes near fryer table.
23-03-4
90
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed food debris and grease under griddles.
36-01-4
95
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on top and under flanges on top exterior. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer and walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing in dry storage. Employee corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
38-07-4
86
Dec 19, 2024
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the soda machine ice chute.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on the top of the dish machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers and coffee filter not stored properly.
25-06-4
86
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
86
Sep 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in nugget Reachin Cooler on line. 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. Observed food debris on Reachin Freezer gaskets. Employee corrected by cleaning. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
90
Aug 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwashing Machine at 0 ppm. Manager called for service. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Manager corrected to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-49-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker on top of splitter. Operator removed and added breaker to hose side of splitter. **Corrected On-Site**
29-34-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters above cooking grills.
23-03-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed coving in disrepair outside Walkin Freezer .
36-03-4
Basic - Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Observed employee drink on soda box on storage rack. Employee corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-04-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in Reachin Freezer where nuggets are stored on cooks line by fryers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcdonald's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcdonald's?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mcdonald's.
How does Mcdonald's compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Mcdonald's most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Mcdonald's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonald's have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mcdonald's 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 Mcdonald's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mcdonald's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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