Bradenton — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Bradenton Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Bradenton Restaurants: Recent Closures (2)

Bradenton Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Bradenton Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Bradenton Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Bradenton Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

Bradenton Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Bradenton has 340 FDACS-regulated facilities with 674 inspections on record and 357 stop-sale orders issued.

Bradenton FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

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Bradenton FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Bradenton Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

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Bradenton: Notable Restaurants

Bradenton: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

Bradenton Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Bradenton?

Bradenton, Florida has 836 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Bradenton?

The current pass rate for food establishments in Bradenton is 86.3%. The Florida state average is 86%.

How many restaurants were shut down in Bradenton this year?

9 food establishments in Bradenton have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.

What are the most common health violations in Bradenton?

The most frequently cited violations in Bradenton are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.

Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Bradenton?

Subway has the most locations in Bradenton with 12 establishments.

What was the most recent restaurant closure in Bradenton?

Bonnie Jean in Bradenton was shut down on April 30, 2026 for rodent activity.

How does Bradenton compare to the Florida state average?

Bradenton has a pass rate of 86.3%, which is 0.3 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How often are restaurants inspected in Bradenton?

Food establishments in Bradenton have an average of 11.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in Bradenton been assessed?

Food establishments in Bradenton have been assessed $252,775 in fines across 666 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $387 and the largest single fine was $2,400.

How many fire safety violations have been found in Bradenton restaurants?

114 fire safety violations have been documented across 74 food establishments in Bradenton. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Bradenton inspected?

Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Bradenton, Florida has 340 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 674 inspections on record.

How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Bradenton?

FDACS has issued 357 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Bradenton, including 82 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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