Stroke's Seafood
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
45
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Stroke's Seafood stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 2, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink missing in warewashing”, showing up seven times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Stroke's Seafood's 45 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/1/25
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a container of raw fish stored over packaged butter in their reach in cooler. Operator switched the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed two filets of commercially reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from its packaging before thawed. Operator willingly set them aside for disposal.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed a hand sink missing from the ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed the soap dispenser not functioning. Operator replaced the batteries. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-06-4
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 two filets of commercially reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from its packaging before thawed. Operator willingly set them aside for disposal. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator has stated he is attempting to have the form signed but is having issues with the authority in charge. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of packaged to-go containers stored on the floor of the kitchen. Operator put them on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
45
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed restaurant approved insecticide stored over a container of lemonade syrup. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed a hand sink missing from their warewashing area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed their soap dispenser out of batteries.
31B-06-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator has attempted to get the form signed by local authorities but is having issues as they seem to be unaware of the process according to him. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in their reach in freezer.
14-69-4
64
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/24. Operator states that he has paid the license and tried to on the licensing portal during the inspection but wasn't able to.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no hand wash sink in the warewashing area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the kitchen hand sink. Operator placed some there. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 80 outdoor seats not reported on the license.
51-09-4
67
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed containers of household use only insecticide stored inside the kitchen. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over hard boiled eggs and butter in the reach in cooler. Operator removed the eggs and butter. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw fish in the reach in cooler. Operator removed the beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no hand wash sink in the warewashing area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-07-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 80 outdoor seats not reported on the license. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on the hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the exterior doors not self closing.
35B-03-4
50
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no hand wash sink in the warewashing area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-15: **Time Extended**
31A-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 80 outdoor seats not on the license. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-15: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
86
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat hard boiled eggs. Operator moved the fish. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator stated that he would renew his license but was not able to at the time of the inspection. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for there chlorine triple sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
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 training for employee Jack O. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no hand wash sink in the warewashing area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - Interference/obstruction with the inspector's right of entry and access at any reasonable time. Operator Wendell White refused to sign or accept the report. At this time I printed out and emailed the report and left it at the location.
51-10-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 80 outdoor seats not on the license. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
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 reduced oxygen packaged fish still in the package when thawed. Operator placed fish in the reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
45
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticides stored in the dry storage area away from food. Operator removed pesticides. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in the reach in cooler in the kitchen. Operator placed beef above chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on the outside hose bibb.
29-34-4
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 vomit clean up plan. Handed operator a plan to post. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed rusted shelving for the dry storage food area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed no hand wash sink in the warewashing area.
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips for their chlorine three compartment 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 wash sink. Operator placed paper towels at the sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 an agreement and gave an extra copy. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple grooved cutting boards. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **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 personal items stored above clean dishes in the ware washing area
40-06-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 80 outdoor seats not on the license.
51-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service items on the floor of the kitchen and storage area. Operator placed cases on shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
25
Aug 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line sandwich table.
14-09-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Stroke's Seafood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Stroke's Seafood on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Stroke's Seafood?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink missing in warewashing” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Stroke's Seafood.
How does Stroke's Seafood compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Stroke's Seafood most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Stroke's Seafood's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Stroke's Seafood have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Stroke's Seafood 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 Stroke's Seafood inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Stroke's Seafood is inspected around two times per year on average.
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