Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton
Last inspected:
10104 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton has accumulated 200 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.9 per visit. The facility operated under the prior name The Clam Factory until 2016. Fire safety inspections in 2016 documented portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone, cited across multiple inspections. Top recurring violations include food contact surfaces (15 citations), consumer advisory issues (12), and proper hand and arm washing violations (12). Recent enforcement patterns show an administrative complaint recommended in January 2025 with 16 violations, followed by same-day callback compliance.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
6.9
violations / inspection
6.9 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-02-02: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. (Multiple fire extinguishers) - From follow-up inspection on 2016-03-10: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. (Multiple fire extinguishers) **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. (Multiple fire extinguishers)
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton last inspected?
- Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton had?
- Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton find?
- Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton was most recently inspected on February 20, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- No, Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Cortez Clam Factory in Bradenton operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: The Clam Factory (2016-2016).
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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.
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