Shakespeare's
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
74
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Shakespeare's stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 7, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That's lower than the typical Sarasota restaurant, which scores around 81. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 sanitation bucket chlorine at or above 200ppm. Chlorine bucket corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-15-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust buildup on ceiling tiles over food expo in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed grease and food debris on floor between oven and walls and between oven and fryers.
36-01-4
74
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: **Time Extended**
32-12-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer and countertop freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on shared dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
86
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 sanitizer bucket at approximately 200ppm. Cook corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-15-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed caramelizedonions on top of stove at 77F. Employee relocated to warmer box. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
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 dish machine in kitchen at 0ppm. Operator called for service. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer and countertop freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on shared dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
55
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitation bucket at 25ppm. Cook corrected to 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-52-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs in reach in cooler on shelf with cut tomatoes below. Employee rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed no paper towels dispensing at hand washing sink by triple sink. Employee added towels next to sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust buildup on light fixture above cook line.
36-34-5
64
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 bar dishwashing machine at 0 ppm for chlorine. Use kitchen dishwashing machine until corrected. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Observed chlorine at approximately 25ppm. Please use kitchen dishwashing machine until sanitation between 50-100ppm. **Time Extended**
22-41-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: Observed cook with no beard guard **Time Extended**
13-04-4
78
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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 bar dishwashing machine at 0 ppm for chlorine. Use kitchen dishwashing machine until corrected. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed shell eggs over sliced cucumbers and pastry. Employee rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed expired manager Charles Robbin's 1/9/24 and no other certified manager on duty. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease and debris on floor and wall next to range and shelf under flat top grill. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
58
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed on stove top next to grill Hot Holding Fried Onions 111F, Sauteed Mushrooms 49F. Employee to set up hot water bath to correct holding temperature.
03B-01-6
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 bar Dishwashing Machine at 0 ppm after several tubs. Manager to call for service. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed black substance on chute guard inside ice machine. Employee corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Missing coving at kitchen entry near ice machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed grease and food debris under cooking equipment on cook line.
36-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed several floor tiles in disrepair in Walkin Cooler . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
58
Apr 12, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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.Did not observe any vomit/diarrhea cleanup plan. Printed copy for person in charge. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed operator agreement . **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked and damaged floor tiles in Walkin Cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed damaged coving at entrance to kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 3 tanks at end of bar not secured. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
67
Feb 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed bar Dishwashing Machine chlorine at 0ppm.
22-49-4
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.Did not observe any vomit Cleaning Plan. Emailed operator plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed operator employee health reporting agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO 2 tanks at end of bar, not secured. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing coving at kitchen entrance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
61
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: Observed grease buildup on hood filters. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing coving at kitchen entrance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shakespeare's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shakespeare's on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shakespeare's?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Shakespeare's.
How does Shakespeare's compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Shakespeare's most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Shakespeare's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shakespeare's have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Shakespeare's 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 Shakespeare's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shakespeare's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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