Rincon Tolteca
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025
74
Score
Across the available record, Rincon Tolteca has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 29, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about eight violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “in-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses”, which has been cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Sarasota restaurant, which scores around 81. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw beef stored over or with ready-to-eat bread in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. The operator proctored the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed a metal cooking pot dented and creased in disrepair.
14-16-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. The employee put in a hair net. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
74
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine wiping cloth solution at the front counter over 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe underneath the handwashing sink at the entrance to the kitchen.
29-11-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
50
Nov 19, 2024
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at the bottom of the keg cooler behind the bar.
29-49-6
90
Sep 19, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade plastic containers used to store potatoes, onions, uncooked rice, and uncooked beans in the prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: **Time Extended**
14-15-4
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 2024-09-19: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed broken ceiling tiles in the dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
74
Sep 18, 2024
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade plastic containers used to store potatoes, onions, uncooked rice, and uncooked beans in the prep area.
14-15-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in a container of uncooked beans in the prep kitchen. The operator discarded the container of beans in the dumpster. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 live roach in a container of uncooked beans in the prep kitchen. The operator discarded the container of beans in the dumpster. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked rice (50F - Cooling) in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the rice was prepared the day prior. The operator discarded the rice. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked rice (50F - Cooling) in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the rice was prepared the day prior. The operator discarded the rice. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-36-5
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used for marinade in the kitchen. The operator discarded the brush. **Corrected On-Site**
14-14-4
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
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl with no handle used as a scoop for cooked rice in the Bain Marie. The operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed broken ceiling tiles in the dry storage area.
36-32-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches in the prep kitchen area. Observed 8 dead roaches in the dry storage area. Observed 2 dead roaches in a case of wine behind the bar. The operator cleaned and discarded the roaches. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall in the prep kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in the prep kitchen. The operator removed the wet cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in the glass door reach in cooler at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored near bags of black beans in the prep kitchen. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together behind the front counter. The operator discarded the solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-03-4
25
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed broccoli in the reach in cooler in the bar area. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
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 chlorine wiping cloth solution at over 200ppm stored on a counter near clean utensils and to go boxes. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm and properly stored the solution. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle soiled dishes then handle clean dishes without washing hands. The employee rewashed the dishes.
12A-13-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/2023.
50-17-3
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the keg cooler behind the bar. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed an in-use knife stored between the reach in cooler roll top lids. The operator sanitized the knife. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
45
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
52
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked ready to eat vegetables in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice stored in non food grade bag in reach in cooler and in the steam table. Operator removed the rice and properly stored the cooked rice. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/2022.
50-17-3
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the reach in freezer at the front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored hanging from oven door handle. Operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the keg cooler behind the bar.
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth chlorine solution over 200ppm. Operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
52
Aug 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked onions in reach in on cook line. Operator moved the onions to a different cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bag in contact with cooked rice on steam table. Operator removed rice and held in proper container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve to go boxes improperly stored in kitchen area. Operator turned boxes over for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer bucket behind front counter testing at 200ppm. Operator refilled bucket to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on floor behind front counter. Operated moved water bottles off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rincon Tolteca last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rincon Tolteca on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rincon Tolteca?
Across the inspection record, “in-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Rincon Tolteca.
How does Rincon Tolteca compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Rincon Tolteca most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Rincon Tolteca's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rincon Tolteca have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Rincon Tolteca means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Rincon Tolteca inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rincon Tolteca is inspected around three times per year on average.
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