The Lunchbox

1909 Northgate Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234
American
Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, The Lunchbox has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Oct 20, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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 two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “single-service articles not stored inverted or protected”, showing up two times.

The Lunchbox's latest score of 90 sits above the Sarasota average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers not inverted. Operator inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple single service cups used as scoops for the boba. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
90
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to-go containers not inverted. **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
95
Jul 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Nov 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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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. Email operater eha **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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 Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed utensils stored next hand wash sink. Observed operator move utensils for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
24-27-4
78
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
90
May 31, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Lunchbox last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Lunchbox on file is from Oct 20, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Lunchbox?

Across the inspection record, “single-service articles not stored inverted or protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Lunchbox.

How does The Lunchbox compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

The Lunchbox most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has The Lunchbox's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Lunchbox have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Lunchbox 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 Lunchbox inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Lunchbox is inspected around three times per year on average.