Ringside

233 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
American
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Ringside has four inspections on file, the first dated 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 11, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Ringside trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pancake batter (58F - Cold Holding) stored on ice in the cook line area. Employee stated the batter was stored on ice for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed more ice around the container of batter. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw cold smoked salmon stored over washed lemons and herbs in the walk in cooler. Employee removed the salmon. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Manager labeled the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed the drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee was informed and placed a beard guard on. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
58
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
45
Mar 21, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ringside last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ringside on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Ringside compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Ringside most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Ringside's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Ringside have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Ringside means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.