Smack Dab on Siesta

948 Beach Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242

American

Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Smack Dab on Siesta has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 22, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “no soap provided at handwash sink”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average is 81, putting Smack Dab on Siesta squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken stored over bacon on cook line. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed next to triple sink. Employee corrected by adding soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in hand sink near cook line.

31A-11-4

Mar 21, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Manager changed batteries and corrected, machine dispensing. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-05-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed souffle cups in spices.

14-01-5

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

14-69-4

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.Employee corrected after education by placing bucket under. **Corrected On-Site**

21-38-4

Mar 1, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken stored over pork bacon in reachin cooler drawer on cook line. Chef rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-24-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed cold holding Shrimp 50F, Sliced Cheese 54F in reachin cooler on cook line. Chef iced product. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food in glass door reachin cooler near triple sink. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Sep 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at Hand wash sink near cook line refrigerator. Manager stated electrician knocked off wall and she ordered new one. **Corrective Action Taken**

31B-03-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.Observed standing water in Reachin Cooler at end of cook line towards wall .

29-49-6

Mar 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on preparation table with food. Manager corrected by removing.

40-06-5

Sep 15, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quaternary at triple sink 0 ppm as well as sanitizer buckets. Manager to call for service. Manager to use chlorine until fixed.

22-43-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reachin Cooler on cook line, Sliced tomatoes 55F, Sliced Cheese 50F, Cut Tomatoes 50F , Ambient 44F . Manager to call for service. **Warning**

03A-02-5

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 on duty with 5 employees working. **Warning**

53A-05-6

Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed only 1 Florida Restaurant and Lodging training certificate.

53B-10-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on Walkin cooler fan covers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

36-50-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside Reachin Cooler and sushi cooler.

05-09-4

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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, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited two 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 78 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?

Yes. Recent inspections at Smack Dab on Siesta have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the 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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