How many health inspections has CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 had?

CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 has had 30 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 ever been shut down?

No, CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161?

The most frequently cited violations at CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?

PARASITE SURVIVAL: Without proper freezing or cooking, parasites in fish (Anisakis, tapeworm), pork (Trichinella), and wild game survive to infect consumers. Anisakis larvae in raw sushi cause severe abdominal pain and allergic reactions. Tapeworm cysts in undercooked pork/beef grow into 15-30 foot worms in intestines. Proper freezing (-4°F for 7 days) kills parasites. Fish intended for raw consumption (sushi, sashimi, ceviche, tartare) must be frozen to -4°F for 7 days, or -31°F for 15 hours before service. Exception: tuna species and aquacultured fish fed processed feed. Pork and wild game must reach minimum internal cooking temperature. Document all freezing records.

What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?

OVERALL SANITATION: Premises not clean or in disrepair indicate systemic food safety management failure. Unsanitary conditions support pest populations, bacterial growth, and cross-contamination. Dirty facilities correlate with higher rates of critical violations. A facility's general cleanliness is the strongest predictor of its food safety performance. Maintain entire premises in clean and sanitary condition. Develop and implement cleaning schedule covering all areas. Clean as you go during operations. Deep clean regularly. Remove unnecessary items and clutter. Maintain exterior areas to prevent pest attraction. Address all maintenance needs promptly.

CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161

5140 W CORTEZ RD UNIT 161, Bradenton, FL 342102809

Manatee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CHECKERS DRIVE-IN RESTAURANTS INC · License: SEA5103511

CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 in Bradenton, FL has 30 inspections on record with 155 total violations (5.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

30Inspections

155Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 5, 2025

Inspection History (30)

Mar 5, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 1, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 31, 2024 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 13, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Oct 13, 2023 — Complaint Full· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 31, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Sep 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Apr 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Dec 20, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Jul 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V28 Water supply

Jul 27, 2020 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V23 Chemical properly stored

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 7, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 22, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 7, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 19, 2019 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 17, 2019 — Complaint Full· 12 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Dec 17, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Dec 13, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

Feb 21, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Feb 14, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 12, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 12, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 8, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 23, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 20, 2016 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Manatee County average of 0.10 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.22.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 had?: CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 has had 30 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 ever been shut down?: No, CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161?: The most frequently cited violations at CHECKERS DRIVE IN REST # 161 are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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