The Chateau Sarasota

2001 Siesta Dr Ste 100, Sarasota, FL 34239

French

Last inspected: Jan 23, 2024

Score

High Risk

The Chateau Sarasota has been inspected three times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 23, 2024. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones. Public records show no inspections at The Chateau Sarasota since Jan 23, 2024, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.

“Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Sarasota restaurant, which scores around 81. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source.Observed 2lbs mussels in walkin freezer without shellfish tag. Employee discarded.

01B-04-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Observed license expired 12/1/23. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com

50-17-3

Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale.Observed 2lbs mussels in walkin cooler without tag. Employee discarded.

01C-01-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.Observed no date marks on stored tags. Tags must also be in chronological order. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

01C-03-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed black substance on white chute guard inside ice machine.

22-20-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.Observed no covered receptacle in coed employee bathroom.

32-12-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed on shelf in kitchen, knives and scoops in water at 68F. Employee corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Jul 24, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.Observed kitchen Dishwashing Machine at 151F final rinse and chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm.

22-49-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

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. Did not observe vomit clean plan. Emailed Manager plan. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Operator needs to identify with asterisk or other identifier on menu raw eggs in Caesar Salad Dressing if they are going to continue using in dressing.

02B-01-5

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

16-62-1

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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed Manager agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed advisory to Manager. **Corrected On-Site**

02A-01-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust on Walkin Cooler fan covers.

36-50-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.Observed exterior rear door without self close device.

35B-03-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.

23-03-4

Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface.Observed duct tape used on ice machine exterior panel.

14-71-4

Jan 26, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Chateau Sarasota last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Chateau Sarasota on file is from Jan 23, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Chateau Sarasota?

Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Chateau Sarasota.

How does The Chateau Sarasota compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

The Chateau Sarasota most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has The Chateau Sarasota's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Chateau Sarasota have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Chateau Sarasota 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.

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