KNICKS TAVERN
1818 S OSPREY AVE · SARASOTA · Sarasota County · FL 34239
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
8 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
02C-01-5High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.Observed 2 soup bowls spinach dip dated 1/18. Cook discarded.
Intermediate 2
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**
41-17-4Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle by dishwashing machine unlabeled.
Basic 5
24-07-4Basic – Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.Observed spoons in kitchen in container with handles not in same direction.
36-03-4Basic – Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed foil covering broken covingbetwen dishwashing area and kitchen wall. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in chest freezers.
38-07-4Basic – Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed above dishwashing machine area and expo line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled walkin cooler gasket.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 13, 2026 3:11 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.