South Sarasota, Sarasota County

RINCON TOLTECA

4607 S TAMIAMI TRL, South Sarasota, FL 34231

FoodSeating
Latest violations
6
1 High Priority
May 1, 2026
City
South Sarasota
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.

May 1, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

41-27-4

Detail 24552351

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer to strong. Operator diluted sanitizer. Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 24552353

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 clean-up sign. E-mailed copy to operator who was in the process of printing and hanging sign. Corrected On-Site

11-26-1

Detail 24552350

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. Observed no proof of employee health reporting agreements. Operator was in the process of having employees read and sign agreements. Corrective Action Taken

08B-38-4

Detail 24552352

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil on the floor in back dry storage area. Operator moved oil to shelf. Corrected On-Site

10-20-4

Detail 24552355

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on oven door handle in kitchen. Operator removed tongs. Corrected On-Site

21-38-4

Detail 24552354

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket on floor in front server area. Operator moved sanitizer bucket off the floor. Corrected On-Site

Oct 29, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

08A-02-6

Detail 24155357

High Priority - Raw beef stored over or with ready-to-eat bread in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. The operator proctored the raw beef. Corrected On-Site

14-16-4

Detail 24155355

Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed a metal cooking pot dented and creased in disrepair.

13-03-4

Detail 24155359

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. The employee put in a hair net. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Mar 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 8

50-17-3

Detail 23655931

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024. Admin Complaint

41-27-4

Detail 23655927

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine wiping cloth solution at the front counter over 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 23655924

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.

53B-13-5

Detail 23655926

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.

13-03-4

Detail 23655925

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

10-20-4

Detail 23655928

Basic - In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. Corrected On-Site

29-11-4

Detail 23655930

Basic - Water leaking from pipe underneath the handwashing sink at the entrance to the kitchen.

21-38-4

Detail 23655929

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site

Nov 19, 2024

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 2Total: 2

12B-13-4

Detail 23367410

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverage. Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 23367409

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at the bottom of the keg cooler behind the bar.

Sep 19, 2024

Complaint Full

Call Back - Extension given, pending

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

14-15-4

Detail 23159552

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade plastic containers used to store potatoes, onions, uncooked rice, and uncooked beans in the prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 23159550

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 23159551

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed broken ceiling tiles in the dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-19: Time Extended

Sep 18, 2024

Complaint Full

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 2Basic: 9Total: 16

03D-02-5

Detail 23157163

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked rice (50F - Cooling) in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the rice was prepared the day prior. The operator discarded the rice. Corrected On-Site

01B-36-5

Detail 23157158

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked rice (50F - Cooling) in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator stated the rice was prepared the day prior. The operator discarded the rice. Corrected On-Site

14-15-4

Detail 23157171

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade plastic containers used to store potatoes, onions, uncooked rice, and uncooked beans in the prep area.

35A-05-4

Detail 23157170

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in a container of uncooked beans in the prep kitchen. The operator discarded the container of beans in the dumpster. Corrected On-Site Admin Complaint

01B-13-4

Detail 23157169

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 live roach in a container of uncooked beans in the prep kitchen. The operator discarded the container of beans in the dumpster. Corrected On-Site

53B-01-5

Detail 23157167

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. Warning

14-14-4

Detail 23157164

Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used for marinade in the kitchen. The operator discarded the brush. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 23157166

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl with no handle used as a scoop for cooked rice in the Bain Marie. The operator removed the bowl. Corrected On-Site

36-32-5

Detail 23157165

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed broken ceiling tiles in the dry storage area.

35A-03-4

Detail 23157160

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches in the prep kitchen area. Observed 8 dead roaches in the dry storage area. Observed 2 dead roaches in a case of wine behind the bar. The operator cleaned and discarded the roaches. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-24-5

Detail 23157159

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall in the prep kitchen.

10-20-4

Detail 23157168

Basic - In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. Corrected On-Site

21-04-4

Detail 23157172

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in the prep kitchen. The operator removed the wet cloth. Corrected On-Site

12B-13-4

Detail 23157162

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in the glass door reach in cooler at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverage. Corrected On-Site

21-44-1

Detail 23157161

Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored near bags of black beans in the prep kitchen. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site

21-03-4

Detail 23157157

Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together behind the front counter. The operator discarded the solution. Corrected On-Site

Jul 24, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 4

08A-05-6

Detail 23000727

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 23000724

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for the handwashing sink at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink. Corrected On-Site

53B-02-5

Detail 23000726

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

10-01-5

Detail 23000725

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle used for uncooked rice not stored above the food. The operator removed the scoop. Corrected On-Site

Dec 4, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Basic: 4Total: 8

12A-13-4

Detail 22483623

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle soiled dishes then handle clean dishes without washing hands. The employee rewashed the dishes.

50-17-3

Detail 22483625

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/2023.

08A-04-5

Detail 22483618

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed broccoli in the reach in cooler in the bar area. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. Corrected On-Site

41-15-5

Detail 22483624

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine wiping cloth solution at over 200ppm stored on a counter near clean utensils and to go boxes. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm and properly stored the solution. Corrected On-Site

16-21-4

Detail 22483619

Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.

10-17-4

Detail 22483620

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed an in-use knife stored between the reach in cooler roll top lids. The operator sanitized the knife. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-20-4

Detail 22483621

Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 22483622

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the keg cooler behind the bar. Repeat Violation

Aug 3, 2023

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 8

14-31-5

Detail 22173581

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice stored in nonfood-grade bags in the glass door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the cooked rice. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

08A-05-6

Detail 22173586

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked chicken in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw beef. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 22173584

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine chemical test kit.

36-32-5

Detail 22173585

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged ceiling tiles in the storage area.

10-17-4

Detail 22173580

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed an in-use knife stored in between reach in cooler roll top doors on the cook line. The operator removed and sanitized the knife. Corrected On-Site

25-06-4

Detail 22173582

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not stored inverted at the front counter. The operator properly stored the filters. Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 22173583

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the keg cooler behind the bar. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 22173579

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the mop sink. The operator properly stored the wet mop. Corrected On-Site

Mar 14, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Basic: 4Total: 7

14-31-5

Detail 21856008

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice stored in non food grade bag in reach in cooler and in the steam table. Operator removed the rice and properly stored the cooked rice. Corrected On-Site

50-17-3

Detail 21856011

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/2022.

08A-05-6

Detail 21856007

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked ready to eat vegetables in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 21856010

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the reach in freezer at the front counter. Repeat Violation

10-20-4

Detail 21856006

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored hanging from oven door handle. Operator properly stored the tongs. Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 21856009

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the keg cooler behind the bar.

21-07-4

Detail 21856005

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth chlorine solution over 200ppm. Operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Aug 22, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

14-31-5

Detail 21292248

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bag in contact with cooked rice on steam table. Operator removed rice and held in proper container. Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 21292246

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked onions in reach in on cook line. Operator moved the onions to a different cooler. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 21292247

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on floor behind front counter. Operated moved water bottles off the floor. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 21292249

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on reach in cooler. Repeat Violation

25-05-4

Detail 21292251

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve to go boxes improperly stored in kitchen area. Operator turned boxes over for proper storage. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

21-07-4

Detail 21292252

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer bucket behind front counter testing at 200ppm. Operator refilled bucket to 100ppm. Corrected On-Site

47-03-4

Detail 21292250

Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed wiring on steam table is melted.

Dec 7, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 12

29-34-4

Detail 20708501

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on splitter at hose Bibb. Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 20708494

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Repeat Violation

14-71-4

Detail 20708499

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

40-06-5

Detail 20708495

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal knife style holder with food storage.

24-08-4

Detail 20708493

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic storage pans stacked wet.

14-11-4

Detail 20708500

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed double door reach in cooler at entry left side of kitchen with torn gaskets.

14-69-4

Detail 20708498

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed ice build up in 2 cabinet freezers. Repeat Violation

10-20-4

Detail 20708504

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-01-5

Detail 20708496

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handles of sugar bin and flour bin in container. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 20708503

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with grease like build up.

25-06-4

Detail 20708502

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted.

21-12-4

Detail 20708497

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on kitchen counter at entry to kitchen.

Jul 21, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

41-10-4

Detail 20364520

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer on shelf with prepped food. Operator moved to lower shelf away from food. Corrected On-Site

29-34-4

Detail 20364519

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose attached to Bibb no vacuum breaker.

22-02-4

Detail 20364522

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed Can opener blade soiled. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 20364523

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil on floor. Operator moved to shelf.

14-69-4

Detail 20364524

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed ice build up in cabinet freezer.

10-20-4

Detail 20364521

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Operator moved to 3 compartment sink. Corrected On-Site