Einstein Bros Bagel 3649

3800 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34239
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Einstein Bros Bagel 3649 has been inspected nine times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 12, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Dumpster rusted out on bottom” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing seven times across the record.

Einstein Bros Bagel 3649's latest score is in line with the Sarasota average of 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed smoked salmon at 49F in reach in cooler on cook line. Manager moved to freezer and tested at 41F approximately 15 minutes later. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall cover separating from lower wall above coving just outside office door across from triple sink.
36-24-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed drain under hand wash and dump sink on counter on side between cook line and coffee station.
29-08-4
78
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Observed cut marks on reach in cooler top cutting board on cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed rusted bottom not preventing Liguria waste from going onto pad on shared dumpster with plaza.
33-12-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled walk in cooler gasket.
23-03-4
86
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 vegetable/cheese bagels in display and baker rack. Manager discarded the 4 bagels in display. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-02-5
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 Jack Jennings expired 4/3/24.
53B-14-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.Manager corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-12-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket on walk in cooler door.
23-03-4
67
Oct 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom.Observed on shared dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-15: **Time Extended**
33-12-4
95
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.Observed butter, vegetable bagels, and dairy on time without plan. Manager printed plan and completed. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). **Warning**
11-01-5
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.Emailed agreement to manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.Observed unsecured tank outside office.
51-11-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom.Observed on shared dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-12-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed no sign at hand sink by preparation area in back.
31B-04-4
64
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed butter on top of reachin cooler at 75F. Manager placed in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed on shared dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.Observed no drain cover under triple sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed rusted out bottom on shared dumpster with plaza.
33-12-4
74
Jul 7, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.Observed no drain cover or grate under triple sink.
29-18-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed drain plug missing on shared dumpster with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled gaskets on Reachin Coolers at end of cook line and egg cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
86
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/22. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com
50-17-2
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed bottom of dumpster rusted out on shared dumpster with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-12-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed missing drain plug on shared dumpster with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket in Reachin Cooler at end of cooks line soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust buildup on ceiling tiles outside Walkin Cooler area.
36-34-5
70
Aug 3, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 4-5 tanks unsecured near mop sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile above preparation table in back, slid over and not in place.
36-36-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed rusted out bottom on shared dumpster with plaza.
33-12-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing on shared dumpster with plaza.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walkin Cooler gasket, as well as right side Reachin Cooler on end of line and double door on front counter right side. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Einstein Bros Bagel 3649 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Einstein Bros Bagel 3649 on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Einstein Bros Bagel 3649?

Across the inspection record, “dumpster rusted out on bottom” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Einstein Bros Bagel 3649.

How does Einstein Bros Bagel 3649 compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Einstein Bros Bagel 3649 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Einstein Bros Bagel 3649's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Einstein Bros Bagel 3649 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Einstein Bros Bagel 3649 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Einstein Bros Bagel 3649 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Einstein Bros Bagel 3649 is inspected around three times per year on average.