Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton
Last inspected:
4573 14 St W, Bradenton, FL 34207Part of: Chick-fil-A Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Chick-fil-A Cortez Plaza in Bradenton recorded 26 inspections between 2023 and November 2025, with 117 total violations and no emergency closures. The facility averaged 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations included improper hand washing, parasite destruction failures, improper food contact surface handling, and chemical storage issues. Parasite destruction and chemical storage violations appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on November 24, 2025 was a complaint-based inspection that resulted in one basic violation and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019018834 | $200.00 | Mar 19, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 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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— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 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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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton last inspected?
- Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper cooling equipment.
- How many health inspections has Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton had?
- Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton find?
- Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton was most recently inspected on April 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- No, Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- Has Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton been fined?
- Chick Fil a Cortez Plaza in Bradenton has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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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