KNICKS TAVERN
1818 S OSPREY AVE · SARASOTA · Sarasota County · FL 34239
Inspection Summary
Emergency Closure Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
7 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
35A-05-4High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.Observed 8 live roaches in oven on cook line. Employee stated they do not use that oven. **Warning**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed 2 bottles of windex stored on top of refrigerator next to dried pastas.Employee relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Intermediate 2
53A-02-7Intermediate – Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**
53B-01-5Intermediate – 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. **Warning**
Basic 3
36-03-4Basic – Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed between dishwashing machine and kitchen wall, coving damaged. **Warning**
36-01-4Basic – Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed soiled floor under cooking equipment. **Warning**
38-07-4Basic – Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed 2 light fixtures not shielded above expo line and dishwashing machine. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 8:26 AM.
Violation category totals
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.