Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach
Last inspected:
135 Bridge St, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217-2442Bridge Tender Inc in Bradenton Beach has compiled 215 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection — substantially above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure, but disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines have been issued. High-priority violations recur persistently: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 6 inspections; food contact surface violations in at least 5 inspections; proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 3 inspections; toxic substance control violations in at least 3 inspections. Consumer advisory violations, often tied to raw oyster service at a waterfront seafood establishment, were cited in at least 4 recent inspections. The most recent inspection on February 23, 2026 documented 3 violations with a disposition of Call Back - Complied, indicating a prior violation was corrected. The prior inspection on December 22, 2025 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition and identified violations including employee health policy and food contact surface issues.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019058233 | $200.00 | Oct 10, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2017001316 | $200.00 | Dec 14, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections33 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach last inspected?
- Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 23, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach had?
- Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach find?
- Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach was most recently inspected on February 23, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach been fined?
- Bridge Tender INC in Bradenton Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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