Sardinia
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
74
Score
Inspectors have visited Sardinia seven times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 11, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That's lower than the typical Sarasota restaurant, which scores around 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops stored over ready to eat mushrooms in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw scallops. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade cloth napkin used in direct contact with raw beef in the walk in cooler. The operator removed the cloth napkin. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
74
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed artichokes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the artichokes. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage (50F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator voluntarily discarded the sausage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Basic - Presetting of unwrapped silverware and/or tableware outdoors.
24-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a box of unwashed artichokes stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the artichokes. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
67
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw salmon (50F - Cold Holding); butter (47F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods have been held for approximately 1 hours. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored the foods in the lower portion of the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sausage and raw beef stored over cooked pasta in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw meats. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed a non-food grade container used to store semolina in the kitchen.
14-15-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed risotto prepared onsite and held for more than 24 hours with no date mark in the reach in cooler. The operator placed a date mark on the risotto. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit for the three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice behind the bar. The operator properly stored the scoop handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
45
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
47
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cut vegetables in the reach in cooler. Observed raw tuna stored over ready to eat mushrooms in the reach in cooler The operator properly stored the above raw food products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal ramekin with no handle used as a scoop for salt in the kitchen. The operator removed the ramekin from the salt. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
70
Jun 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
58
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm at the dishmachine. Operator set up three compartment sink for sanitization. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw octopus stored over ready to eat cut vegetables in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator properly stored the raw octopus. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing a chemical unlabeled in the kitchen. Operator labeled the spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in the reach in freezer in the back storage area. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket in the reach in freezer in the kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in the public restroom used by employees.
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sardinia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sardinia on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sardinia?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sardinia.
How does Sardinia compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Sardinia most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Sardinia's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sardinia have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sardinia 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 Sardinia inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sardinia is inspected around three times per year on average.
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