The Empanada Girl

4463 Ashton Rd Ste F, Sarasota, FL 34233
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at The Empanada Girl stretching back to 2023. The Empanada Girl was last inspected on Feb 25, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

Across the inspection history, “water with a temperature” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so The Empanada Girl is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. **Warning**
27-19-4
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 Megan Phillips working over 60 days with no proof of training.**Warning** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Warning**
27-16-4
74
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
27-16-4
90
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
90
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.Observed hot water not currently working. **Warning**
27-16-5
90
Oct 11, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Empanada Girl last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Empanada Girl on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Empanada Girl?

Across the inspection record, “water with a temperature” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Empanada Girl.

How does The Empanada Girl compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

The Empanada Girl most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has The Empanada Girl's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Empanada Girl have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Empanada Girl 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 The Empanada Girl inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Empanada Girl is inspected around four times per year on average.