Potbelly Sandwich Works
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
100
Score
Potbelly Sandwich Works appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 25, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Sarasota restaurant scores 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 24, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in reach in cooler facing front counter closest to kitchen door,cold holding pork 47F, ham 47F, turkey 46F, chicken salad 45F, sliced cheese 49F. Employee removed items to walkin freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
86
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/25. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com **Warning**
50-17-3
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. Observed Jose and Jessica working over 60 days without food handler. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Observed no plan for cleaning body fluids. Printed for person in charge, and emailed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed case of rolls on floor in rear preparation area. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed utensils in water at 82F by ice cream freezer. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of disposable gloves on floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-05-4
61
Aug 25, 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 - Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed plastic containers on floor in dry storage area. Manager relocated. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
86
May 16, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook not washing hands prior to donning gloves. Spoke with manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Observed hand wash sink blocked by bakers rack. Relocated rack. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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 to manager who printed and signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpsters located mainly on grass/dirt.
33-23-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed black substance inside ice machine on chute guard.
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed food debris inside reachin cooler and on side of reachin cooler under grill on cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed debris behind ice machine near dry storage area.
36-01-4
58
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed refried beans in Walkin Cooler over night at 46F, manager discarded.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.Observed sanitizer bucket at approximately 400 ppm with quaternary. Manager corrected to 200. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Refried Beans overnight in Walkin Cooler at 46F. Manager discarded.
01B-02-5
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 manager plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.Observed floor drain cover missing under Reachin Cooler on cooks line.
29-18-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
52
Oct 24, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
50
Jul 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. Observed Kyle Hilferty and Grace Hanner without any training records.
53B-13-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacle in ladies bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no current license displayed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Manager printed updated license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed hood filter missing or not installed correctly due to an approximately 10" gap in hoods.
14-42-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on Walkin cooler fan covers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall and shelving above Reachin Cooler in preparation area.
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Potbelly Sandwich Works last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Potbelly Sandwich Works on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Potbelly Sandwich Works?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Potbelly Sandwich Works.
How does Potbelly Sandwich Works compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Potbelly Sandwich Works most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Potbelly Sandwich Works' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Potbelly Sandwich Works have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Potbelly Sandwich Works 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 Potbelly Sandwich Works inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Potbelly Sandwich Works is inspected around two times per year on average.
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