Siesta Key, Sarasota County

IL PANIFICIO'S SIESTA

215 AVENIDA MADERA, Siesta Key, FL 34242

FoodSeating
Latest violations
3
2 Intermediate
Nov 13, 2025
City
Siesta Key
County
Sarasota
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
13

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Nov 13, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

22-02-4

Detail 24188189

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on slicer blade guard.

31B-05-4

Detail 24188191

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.Observed hand sink in bathroom and next to pizza display unable to dispense paper towels. Employee stated needs batteries.

23-03-4

Detail 24188190

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.

Jul 23, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

29-42-4

Detail 23895843

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed hose behind restaurant without vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the cook.

14-01-5

Detail 23895841

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl in rice and soufflé cup in red pepper flakes. Cook removed. Corrected On-Site

32-12-6

Detail 23895842

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Did not observe covered waste receptacle in unisex public bathroom.

Feb 6, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

29-34-4

Detail 23533068

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose outside back door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-06: Time Extended

40-06-5

Detail 23533071

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on slicer. Manager relocated cell phone. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-06: Observed employee drink on slicer. Time Extended

36-50-4

Detail 23533072

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on walk in cooler fan cover. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-06: Observed dust on walk in cooler fan cover. Time Extended

Dec 2, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 9

03A-02-5

Detail 23387855

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in walk in cooler beef 46F, Pasta 48F

03F-02-5

Detail 23387849

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark on pizzas in front window. Manager added times for each. Corrected On-Site

41-10-4

Detail 23387848

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner spray bottle next to marinara. Manager relocated chemical. Corrected On-Site

29-34-4

Detail 23387850

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose outside back door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

53B-01-5

Detail 23387852

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. Emailed operator information on employee training. Warning

14-71-4

Detail 23387847

Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed painters tape on reach in cooler handle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

40-06-5

Detail 23387854

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on slicer. Manager relocated cell phone. Corrected On-Site

14-11-5

Detail 23387851

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on walk in cooler door.

36-50-4

Detail 23387853

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on walk in cooler fan cover.

Jul 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

29-34-4

Detail 22982372

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 22982370

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed no towels in bathroom.

14-71-4

Detail 22982371

Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface.Observed duct tape on reach in cooler handle.

10-17-4

Detail 22982368

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.Observed knives stored in cracks between cooler units.

33-16-4

Detail 22982369

Basic - Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 9

08A-05-6

Detail 22736986

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed raw shell eggs in walkin cooler stored over grated cheese and salad dressings. Employee rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 22736993

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in walkin cooler Cold Holding Ham 46F, Sliced Cheese 48F. Ambient 45.5. Manager notified for service.

03F-02-5

Detail 22736992

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark on pizza out for 45 minutes. Employee corrected by writing times. Operation just opened an hour earlier. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

29-34-4

Detail 22736990

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed no vacuum breaker on hose behind restaurant. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

11-26-1

Detail 22736989

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.Printed agreements and employees signed. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 22736985

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed no handle soufflé cup used for feta cheese in reachin cooler .

16-13-5

Detail 22736991

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.Observed wash tank in middle of triple sink. Employee rearranged to correct order. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 22736988

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.

33-16-4

Detail 22736987

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lids open on shared dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

Nov 27, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

29-42-4

Detail 22462850

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.Observed hose connected behind building without vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-27: Observed no vacuum breaker on hose behind building Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 22462852

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed broken gasket on Walkin Cooler door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-27: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 22462853

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled Walkin Cooler gasket. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-27: Time Extended

33-16-4

Detail 22462851

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-27: Time Extended

Sep 25, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 7Total: 13

01B-01-4

Detail 22312301

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.Ibserved 1-#10 can Roasted Peppers witb 2" dent in side of can. Chef moved out of stock. Corrected On-Site Warning

29-42-4

Detail 22312309

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.Observed hose connected behind building without vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

53B-15-4

Detail 22312308

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties.Observed employee washing dishes in triple sink without sanitizing. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22312310

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed food debris on slicer blade guard. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

11-26-1

Detail 22312303

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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Emailed agreement to operator. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Warning

53B-14-5

Detail 22312307

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.Observed William Stapleford expired 6/17/23 Warning

12B-02-4

Detail 22312300

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee open ice cream cup in Reachin Freezer. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

16-13-5

Detail 22312302

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes without sanitizing in triple sink. Manager corrected by filling sink and explaining protocol to employee. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-11-5

Detail 22312305

Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed broken gasket on Walkin Cooler door. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 22312306

Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed oil stored on floor in dry storage. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 22312304

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled Walkin Cooler gasket. Warning

33-16-4

Detail 22312311

Basic - Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

36-50-4

Detail 22312312

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.Observed dust buildup on Walkin Cooler door gasket. Warning

Feb 15, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 8

29-34-4

Detail 21782059

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed behind building just outside door, a hose Bibb without a vacuum breaker. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

11-27-4

Detail 21782062

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. Observed no vomit plan. Emailed operator plan in English and Spanish. Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 21782056

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris stuck on slicer blade guard.

11-26-1

Detail 21782057

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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed operator employee health reporting agreements in English and Spanish. Corrective Action Taken

08B-38-4

Detail 21782058

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil tub stored on floor across from fryer.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 21782060

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 21782055

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

33-16-4

Detail 21782061

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lids open. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

Sep 12, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 10

03F-02-5

Detail 21345367

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale.Employee stated pizza out for 2 1/2 hours. Must add time to avoid stop sale. Warning

29-34-4

Detail 21345366

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected to hot water outside door without vacuum breaker. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 21345365

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine or quaternary. Both chemicals on-site. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

41-17-4

Detail 21345361

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle by triple sink. Employee marked as degreaser. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

50-09-4

Detail 21345364

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

24-08-4

Detail 21345368

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food pans on storage shelves wet nesting. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 21345359

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plum tomatoes stored on floor in dry storage area. Warning

14-69-4

Detail 21345362

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 21345360

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. Warning

33-16-4

Detail 21345363

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lids open on Dumpster shared with stores in plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

May 31, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 6

50-17-2

Detail 21114283

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license 12/1/21. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-31: Observed no current license. Operator stated she has been working with Tallahassee to get the license renewed, case # 139720 Admin Complaint

16-37-1

Detail 21114285

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit available for quaternary used in sanitizer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-31: Time Extended

41-21-4

Detail 21114281

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed bleach in unlabeled spray bottle. Instructed employee to mark. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-31: Observed 2 unlabeled chemical spray bottles.m Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 21114284

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-31: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 21114282

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in ice chest freezer in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-31: Time Extended

33-16-4

Detail 21114280

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-31: Observed lids open Time Extended

Mar 31, 2022

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 5Total: 10

50-17-2

Detail 20973427

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license 12/1/21. Admin Complaint

53B-15-4

Detail 20973430

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Employee not sure of correct amount of sanitizer tablets to use in three compartment sink. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 20973426

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit available for quaternary used in sanitizer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 20973434

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 no training records. Warning

41-21-4

Detail 20973425

Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed bleach in unlabeled spray bottle. Instructed employee to mark. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 20973432

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

12B-02-4

Detail 20973428

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink in Walkin Cooler on shelf with food. Warning

14-69-4

Detail 20973433

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in ice chest freezer in kitchen. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 20973429

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

33-16-4

Detail 20973431

Basic - Open dumpster lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation Warning

Nov 30, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 9

03B-01-6

Detail 20691180

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs at 96°F for 2 hours in hot warmer. Operator placed on stove and reheated to above 165°F Corrective Action Taken

16-37-1

Detail 20691182

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the manager. Repeat Violation

03F-10-5

Detail 20691185

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan. Emailed Manager Jose the correct paperwork and educated him on plan. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the manager.

53B-13-5

Detail 20691186

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Adwen Julia working less than 60 days no training.

24-08-4

Detail 20691181

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans above Three compartment sink wet nesting.

14-11-4

Detail 20691183

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Walkin cooler gaskets torn.

08B-38-4

Detail 20691187

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil on floor by fryer in kitchen and pizza sauce on floor in Walkin cooler .

33-16-4

Detail 20691188

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lids opened and situated in front of pole so they can't be closed as is.

36-50-4

Detail 20691184

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.