Ophelia's on the Bay
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
90
Score
Ophelia's on the Bay has been inspected 12 times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 5, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food stored on floor” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Ophelia's on the Bay's latest score of 90 sits above the Sarasota average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed loose co2 tanks along shed.
51-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in front counter of kitchen. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
90
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda nozzle at bar. Bartender cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed scallop container on floor in walk in cooler. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
86
May 15, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed case of chicken and beef on floor in walk in cooler. Chef corrected by relocating items. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.Observed 2 knives between equipment at bar. Bartender corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
74
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer pan on floor at end of cook line. Employee corrected by double pan. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed co2 tanks on side of dry storage shed not secured.
51-11-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.Observed 2 tongs on oven door handle.Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed single use aluminum pans on floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
82
Jun 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on boxes of food in walkin freezer . - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-23: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
95
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.Observed sous vide octopus on menu without process waiver. **Warning**
03G-43-1
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.Observed sous vide octopus on menu without haccp plan. Emailed operator link for special processes. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed lobsters and ducks in hotel pan on floor in Walkin Cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on boxes of food in walkin freezer .
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of scallop shells on floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
70
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.Observed no current seating license available. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-01: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
95
Oct 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed 3 hose bibs without vacuum breaker.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-31: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in reachin cooler to the left of stove tops when facing cold holding Cold Holding Octopus 50F, Tuna 49F, Cut Lettuce 49F, Seaweed Salad 49F Person in charge iced product. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-31: Observed in reachin cooler Cream Brulee 49F, Seaweed Salad 50F, Blue Cheese 49F, Cut Lettuce 49, Ambient 48F **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.Observed no current seating license available. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-31: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
70
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in reachin cooler to the left of stove tops when facing cold holding Cold Holding Octopus 50F, Tuna 49F, Cut Lettuce 49F, Seaweed Salad 49F Person in charge iced product. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed 3 hose bibs without vacuum breaker.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).Lrinted at inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-01-5
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.Printed and employees signed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.Observed no current seating license available. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed chef knife in water 77F .Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
55
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed 3 hose connections in mop sink without vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Fragrant body spray next to food in dry storage shed. Employee corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed Chef agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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.Did not observe any vomit/diarrhea cleanup plan. Emailed Chef plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current License not displayed.
50-09-4
58
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a 3 faucet splitter at mop sink with no vacuum breaker on any of them. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed mussel tags without last date served. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed no drain cover on floor in front of triple sink.
29-18-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed lamb cases stored on floor in Walkin Cooler . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ophelia's on the Bay last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ophelia's on the Bay on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ophelia's on the Bay?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Ophelia's on the Bay.
How does Ophelia's on the Bay compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Ophelia's on the Bay most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Ophelia's on the Bay's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ophelia's on the Bay have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ophelia's on the Bay 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 Ophelia's on the Bay inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ophelia's on the Bay is inspected around four times per year on average.
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