ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA
2385 12 ST · SARASOTA · Sarasota County · FL 34237
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
14 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 7
14-86-1High Priority – Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining a container of dry herbs in the dry storage area and lining a plate of margarita mix in the bar area. **Warning**
14-31-5High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags used on the tortilla presses on the cook line. Operator removed bags and replaced them with food contact rated sheets. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-09-4High Priority – Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 6 ants on the wall and exterior of a spice container in the dishwashing area. **Warning**
35A-05-4High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 live roach in the front break area. Observed approximately 1 live roach in the dishwashing area. Operator killed the roaches in both areas and sanitized the areas. **Warning**
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked onions and garlic stored in oil at room temperature on the cook line. Observed: Cooked Onions (71F – Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been made the previous day. Operator disposed of items. **Warning**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions and garlic stored in oil at room temperature on the cook line. Observed: Cooked Onions (71F – Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been made the previous day. Operator disposed of items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on the floor of the kitchen area. Operator placed the bucket on a raised box. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Intermediate 4
11-27-4Intermediate – 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. Emailed operator a copy of the state plan. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a hand wash sink in the dishwashing area blocked by a shelving unit. Operator removed shelving unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sink in the dishwashing area. **Warning**
11-26-1Intermediate – 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 employee agreements. Emailed operator a copy of the agreement and had them sign a printed out copy. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
Basic 3
36-37-5Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed not smooth or easily cleanable ceiling tiles used in the dry storage/utensil storage area. **Warning**
12B-07-4Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored over single service items and a prep table in the kitchen area. Operator places drinks on the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the reach in freezer in the kitchen area. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 23, 2026 12:57 PM.
Violation category totals
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2 observation(s)
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3 observation(s)
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2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.