Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386
Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025
74
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 24, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Employee beverage container on a food preparation table” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 an employee go from dirty dishes to clean dishes without washing their hands. Operator had them rerun the dishes and wash their hands **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored next to clean dishes on the cook line and next to food in the bread prep area. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed a scoop handle in contact with tomatoes on the cook line. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils at the bar in 85F standing water. Operator turned in the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
74
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed paper towels missing from two hand sinks. Operator placed more there. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for there 4hr butter and cheese olives. I emailed the operator a copy who filled it out. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee lunches in the walk in and the ware washing area not labeled. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed two employees wearing watches/brackets while preparing foods. Operator had them removed. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a flour handle in contact with food. Operator placed it above the food. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored above clean dishes and food prep areas. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
67
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
55
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef stored over whole pork in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the pork. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored above the cook line. Operator removed the drinks. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign for the bar hand wash sink. Operator put up a new sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed two employees wearing watches while engaged in food prep. Operator had them remove their watches. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
74
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a unlabeled spray bottle containing chemicals in the chemical storage area. Operator labeled the bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the right side walk in cooler fan covers. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food on the cook and server line not properly segregated. Operator removed food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing a watch while preparing food. Operator had the employee take off the watch. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of fryer oil on the floor of the kitchen. Operator removed case. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
67
Sep 22, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386?
Across the inspection record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386.
How does Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 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 Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ruth's Chris Steak House #7386 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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