Smack Dab on Siesta

948 Beach Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242

American

Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Smack Dab on Siesta has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Smack Dab on Siesta was last inspected on Dec 22, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Sarasota restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed sealed raw hamburgers stored over sealed ready to eat chili in pull out refrigerator drawers on cook line. Employee rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink substance on white ice guard inside ice machine. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 21, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed 2 soda boxes on floor near soda box station. Employee removed . **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in French fry chest freezer.

14-69-4

Aug 16, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in chest freezer at end of cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Sep 15, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Observed double door Reachin Cooler cutting board with cut marks below serving window.

14-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in small ice chest at end of cook line.

14-69-4

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed dessert cup in small chest freezer in back preparation area. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-02-4

Mar 3, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 15, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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 employee training certificates. **Warning**

53B-01-5

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/. Observed no certified manager certificate on duty. **Warning**

53A-05-6

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook working without beard guard. Educated employee. **Warning**

13-04-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer on cooks line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

14-69-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smack Dab on Siesta last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smack Dab on Siesta on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Smack Dab on Siesta?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Smack Dab on Siesta.

How does Smack Dab on Siesta compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Smack Dab on Siesta most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Smack Dab on Siesta's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smack Dab on Siesta have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Smack Dab on Siesta 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 Smack Dab on Siesta inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Smack Dab on Siesta is inspected around two times per year on average.

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