Sixty East
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
27
Score
Public records show 12 inspections at Sixty East stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 4, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around nine violations to closer to 13 violations.
When inspectors have written things up, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
By comparison, the average Ellenton facility scores 78, putting Sixty East on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
12
Inspections
6
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed multiple employees wash their hand with cold water due to hot water being shut off. Operator had them rewash their hands when he turned the hot water back on at the sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-19-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed bagged broccoli stored next store a packaged of raw shrimp. Operator placed the broccoli above the shrimp. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercially reduced oxygen packaged fish fully thawed and not removed from its package. Operator willingly disposed of the product.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line and bar respectively: Cooked noodles (70F - Cold Holding); Cheese olives (77F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 1hr. Operator placed them in a reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical spray bottle and sanitizer bucket stored next to canned food. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed their sanitizer buckets at 400ppm quaternary. Operator remade them to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their cook line sink used to fill sanitizer buckets and their front server sink with a coffee machine part inside. Reviewed the sinks proper use with the operator.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed their cook line hand sink with its hot water shut off. Operator turned it back on. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black buildup inside the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed lime buildup inside the dish machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially reduced oxygen packaged fish fully thawed and not removed from its package. Operator willingly disposed of the product. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all three cook line cutting boards heavily grooved
14-09-4
27
Jul 22, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta out at chefs line at 83f. Employee stated pasta had been out for approximately 2 hours. Employee put pasta in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at kitchen hand wash sink. Faucet shut off.
27-16-4
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. Observed no written plan. Inspector will email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen hand sink or bar hand sink. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with black buildup.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed c02 tank not secured by bag in box rack.
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on pizza prep table. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee book bag hanging on shelf with food. Owner moved. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic pans stacked wet on dish shelf by dish machine.
24-08-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Large hole in wall at baseboard near floor at wait station.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on fry basket handle and oven door handle. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents above cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour bin in walk in cooler not labeled. Owner labeled.
02D-01-5
37
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stand mixer soiled with flour buildup. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed stand mixer soiled with flour buildup. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date on ice machine filter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed filters not dated. **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed kitchen shelf pitted with rust. Observed rust pitted shelves in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed rust pitted shelf by dish machine. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with black slimy substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed ice machine with buildup of black slimy substance. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed heavily grooved cutting board on pizza station flip top and salad bar flip top.. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed grooved cutting board on salad cart. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct at side of walk in cooler door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed duct tape used on walk in cooler door. **Time Extended**
14-71-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed less than 50 foot candles of light in food prep area and exhaust area. Lights at hood not working. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed less than 50 candle lites in food prep area. **Time Extended**
38-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked and broken. Observed floor tiles missing in front of walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed cracked floor tiles in front of walk-in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of ice stacked on the floor in walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed ice stored on walk in freezer floor. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed heavy grease buildup on hood system in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed hood vents soiled with grease. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed less than 20 foot candles of light in dish ware washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Still less than 20 candle lites in dish area. **Time Extended**
38-02-4
50
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
25
Aug 24, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed one employee expired. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: Observed one employee expired. **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed hood vents heavily soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: Observed hood vents soiled. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile broken in back kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: Observed broken ceiling tiles. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on flip top reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: Observed grooves in cutting boards. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed insufficient lighting at grill/ stove/ fryer area. Hood lights out. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: Observed insufficient lighting. **Time Extended**
38-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed insufficient lighting provided in dishwasher area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: Observed insufficient lighting. **Time Extended**
38-02-4
70
Aug 23, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 30-40 fruit flies in the bar area in two locations. Behind the bar dish machine and under the handwashing sink area. Did not observe anywhere else in the restaurant, kitchen, dining area, restrooms or storage areas. Manager stated plumber was out this morning and cleaned drains. Drains are clean in bar area. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
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. Observed one employee expired.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid in it on dish shelf. Chef labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with buildup of black slimy substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed hood vents heavily soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile broken in back kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon thawing in package with no slit in bag.
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on flip top reach in cooler.
14-09-4
Basic - Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed insufficient lighting at grill/ stove/ fryer area. Hood lights out.
38-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pan of utensils and knifes in 85f water. Manager removed to wash.
10-07-4
Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed insufficient lighting provided in dishwasher area.
38-02-4
47
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener housing soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pan of cheese on bottom shelf of walk-in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside of ice machine with black grey slimy buildup.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards on flip top reach ins. Observed several small cutting boards heavily grooved.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee backpack hanging on shelf with food items on it.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Missing fan cover in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor by fryer heavily soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cans of sauce stored on floor under can shelf.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall to the right of fryer heavily soiled.
36-27-5
61
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
47
Jan 19, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
47
Jan 10, 2023
Complaint Full
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
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
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Cleanable and Properly Maintained
FL-49
55
Dec 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two unlabeled spray bottles with blue liquid in them. Operator properly labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black buildup interior of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed missing walk-in fan cover. **Repeat Violation**
36-51-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards on pizza prep table. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open water bottle and capri sun drink on food prep cart. Operator moved drinks. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed kitchen employee with no beard guard.
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken handle on walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed pasta and tortilla chips stored in chemical/mop room. Operator moved products to food storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-37-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed large hole to the left of soda dispenser in wait staff area.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on bread warmer. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at sink in server area. Operator put up sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of beer reach in cooler in bar area.
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed no lid on flour bin.
08B-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
47
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled with food debris. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: Spoke with operator about this violation and the importance of following proper protocol. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine located inside the exterior well. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed one fan cover missing in the walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: **Time Extended**
36-51-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the middle reach in cooler with a handle missing on right side. Observed walk in cooler door exterior in poor repair with metal chipping and rusting. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: **Time Extended**
14-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris located under cook line and prep line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed hood and hood vents soiled with grease above cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust located on the post next to the dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-01: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sixty East last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sixty East on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sixty East?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Sixty East.
How does Sixty East compare to other restaurants in Ellenton?
Sixty East most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Ellenton average of 78.
Has Sixty East's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sixty East have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sixty East means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Sixty East inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sixty East is inspected around three times per year on average.
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