Sleep Inn
Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Sleep Inn has nine inspections in the public record. Sleep Inn was last inspected on Nov 12, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited three times.
Sleep Inn's latest score is in line with the Sarasota average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the kitchen hand sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-12: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on the dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-12: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign at the women's restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-12: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed the coffee filters not covered between uses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-12: **Time Extended**
25-06-4
78
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their kitchen hand sink with cleaning equipment inside. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed no toilet paper at the women's restroom. **Warning**
32-11-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of a certified food manager. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strips for their chlorine triple sink.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the kitchen hand sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Observed proof for one of two of the employees that handle the breakfast area. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on the dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign at the women's restroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed the coffee filters not covered between uses. **Warning**
25-06-4
47
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed the dumpster lid open. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-02: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
95
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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: Deloraine Wellington 4/3/24 No other certified managers at this time. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: Operator originally had the test scheduled for October 16th but due to Hurricane Milton had to reschedule for the next month of November 16th. Operator was able to show me both appointments. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed the dumpster lid open. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
86
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household use insecticide stored with food in the dry storage area. **Warning**
41-05-4
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: Deloraine Wellington 4/3/24 No other certified managers at this time. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed the dumpster lid open. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters stored unprotected in the dry storage area. **Warning**
25-05-4
70
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed no knowledge of the big 6. Emailed operator a copy. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the women's restroom. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of employee training. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
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 no signed agreements. Had operator sign a copy and emailed them more. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available at the kitchen hand wash sink and the men's restroom. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. **Warning**
33-14-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of orange juice and waffle mix on the floor of the kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing hand wash sign in the women's restroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed a mattress in the dumpster area. **Warning**
33-30-4
45
May 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-16: Observed no employee training certificates. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no current certified manager certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-13: Observed scheduled Servsafe date for Luz Cruz on 4/19/23. Approved extension by Tartaglione. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-16: Observed no certified manager certificate. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of coffee stored on floor next to Reachin Cooler and juice bag in box in dry storage . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Person in charge. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-16: Observed fruit juice boxes stored on the floor in pantry. Observed by manager. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
78
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Employee placed towels at sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of fruit juice stored on floor in kitchen. Employee moved juice. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sleep Inn last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sleep Inn on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sleep Inn?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sleep Inn.
How does Sleep Inn compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Sleep Inn most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Sleep Inn's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sleep Inn have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sleep Inn means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Sleep Inn inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sleep Inn is inspected around three times per year on average.
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