Checkers in Bradenton
Last inspected:
5220 E 15 St, Bradenton, FL 342034860Part of: Checkers Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Checkers #582 in Bradenton has been inspected 29 times between 2016 and February 2026, accumulating 160 violations — an average of 5.5 per inspection, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Two disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $600.
Food contact surface violations and improper chemical storage were recurring findings across the inspection history. In July 2023, a warning was issued after an inspection documented management awareness failures, employee health reporting violations, and food condition issues. The facility complied in a callback inspection the same month. Most recent inspections from February 2026 and July 2025 each cited 8 violations, primarily involving food contact surfaces and consumer advisory failures, though both were closed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Checkers in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Checkers in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019037522 | $400.00 | Jun 4, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2018053089 | $200.00 | Aug 29, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Checkers in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 7 inspections37 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Checkers in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Checkers in Bradenton last inspected?
- Checkers #582 in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Checkers in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Checkers #582 in Bradenton are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Checkers in Bradenton had?
- Checkers #582 in Bradenton has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Checkers in Bradenton find?
- Checkers #582 in Bradenton was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Checkers in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- No, Checkers #582 in Bradenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Checkers in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Checkers #582 in Bradenton has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Checkers in Bradenton been fined?
- Checkers #582 in Bradenton has been fined a total of $600.00 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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