Simon's Coffee House
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Simon's Coffee House has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 2, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to seven violations.
“Employee personal items stored” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Simon's Coffee House trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled above reach in freezer in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on preparation table in kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walkin cooler door gasket in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed dressing in containers on floor in walkin cooler. Manager/Operator relocated food to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed lids missing from shared dumpster in plaza.
33-15-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water faucet not functioning in hand sink across from walkin cooler.
29-08-4
74
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed hummus prepared on site date marked 7/28. The operator discarded the hummus. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding) in the top portion of the reach in cooler on the front line. The operator stated the tomatoes had been held overnight. The operator discarded the tomatoes. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding) in the top portion of the reach in cooler on the front line. The operator stated the tomatoes had been held overnight. The operator discarded the tomatoes. Observed sliced cheese (52F - 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 cheese had been held for approximately 2 hours. The operator moved the cheese to the lower portion of the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed hummus prepared on site date marked 7/28. The operator discarded the hummus. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-28-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed thawed vegan enchiladas not properly date marked with the day when removed from the freezer. The operator properly marked the enchiladas. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-08-5
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed no chlorine test kit for the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-32-5
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. The operator cleaned the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Clean equipment and utensils stored under sewer lines that are not shielded to intercept potential drips. Observed clean baking dishes stored under a paper towel dispenser at the front counter. The operator properly stored the clean dishware. **Corrected On-Site**
24-21-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee backpack stored on a shelf near packaged foods in a store area. The operator properly stored the backpack. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
39
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
50
Jul 18, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
52
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
61
May 4, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
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
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Oct 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Simon's Coffee House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Simon's Coffee House on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Simon's Coffee House?
Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Simon's Coffee House.
How does Simon's Coffee House compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Simon's Coffee House most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Simon's Coffee House's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Simon's Coffee House have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Simon's Coffee House 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 Simon's Coffee House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Simon's Coffee House is inspected around two times per year on average.
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