Popstroke Sarasota

195 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243

American

Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Popstroke Sarasota has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 12, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Among Sarasota restaurants, the typical score is 81; Popstroke Sarasota is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed both ice machine drop trays with a black mold like substance. Operator stated he would clean today.

22-20-5

Mar 24, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at both handwashing sinks. Operator stocked towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator moved items. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters with a grease build up above the grill. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floors under the cooking equipment soiled and with a grease buildup.

36-73-4

Nov 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Feb 22, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 1 gallon of milk at 55 degrees for more than 4 hours in reach in cooler on front line. Operator discarded.

03A-02-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serv cups stored on floor in back kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Jan 3, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk (52F - Cold Holding) and Whipped Cream (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler in milkshake station at 51F ambient air temperature. Operator voluntarily discarded products. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popstroke Sarasota last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popstroke Sarasota on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popstroke Sarasota?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popstroke Sarasota.

How does Popstroke Sarasota compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Popstroke Sarasota most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Popstroke Sarasota's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popstroke Sarasota have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Popstroke Sarasota 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 Popstroke Sarasota inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Popstroke Sarasota is inspected around two times per year on average.

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