Super 8
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025
78
Score
Across the available record, Super 8 has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 29, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
“No paper towels” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Sarasota restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 29, 2025
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 employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the front desk employee who sets up breakfast with no certificate after working for 90 days. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: Observed no proof of state approved training for the employees that handle breakfast. **Admin Complaint**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples not wrapped and with no utensils. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
08B-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed their dumpster missing a drain plug. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
78
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
In-Use Utensils Properly Stored
FL-43
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 40 small dead insects on the floor of the back dry storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the bathroom or kitchen hand wash sinks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed the dumpster lid open. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water and soda stored on the floor of the establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
70
Sep 29, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 50 small dead insects on the floor of the back storage area. **Warning**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored next to and above food in the dry storage area. Operator removed chemicals from the area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of medicine and insulin stored in a reach in cooler above food. Operator removed medicine and insulin. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the front counter: Butter Chips (75F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (75F - Cold Holding). Operator had stated they had been out for approximately 4 hrs. Advised operator to dispose of food. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on the front counter: Butter Chips (75F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (75F - Cold Holding). Operator had stated they had been out for approximately 4 hrs. Advised operator to dispose of food. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sinks in the dishwashing area and the employee bathroom. Employee placed paper towels at the sinks. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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 certificate under: A Patel expired 9/2/19 Manager is only food handler on staff. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for the three compartment sink. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 20 dead small flying insects on a hanging sticky trap in the seating area. **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the shared employee bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of sugar and hot sauce stored on the floor of the back storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the concrete wall of the back storage area. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink stored in the standing reach in cooler in the back dry storage area. Operator removed drink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
26
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license 12/1/22. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com
50-17-3
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.Emailed to operator and was printed and placed on wall. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in 2 bathrooms. Operator corrected by adding towels. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **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.Emailed and operator printed signed and placed on wall. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Emailed operator and printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
61
Aug 16, 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 rear preparation area. Employee placed towels at sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic cups stored on floor in drynstorage. Employee moved cups. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Super 8 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Super 8 on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Super 8?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Super 8.
How does Super 8 compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Super 8 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Super 8's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Super 8 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Super 8 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 Super 8 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Super 8 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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