First Watch in Bradenton
Last inspected:
1520 Cortez Rd, Bradenton, FL 34207Part of: First Watch Florida health inspections, violations & closures
First Watch #1029 in Bradenton has recorded 22 inspections with 91 violations between November 2023 and November 2025, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection — slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been recurrent, including employee health reporting violations in 5 inspections, chemical storage violations in 4 inspections, and proper handwashing violations in 3 inspections. A December 30, 2024 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after violations were cited for employee health reporting, parasite destruction, time as control, and chemical storage. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on November 24, 2025 identified four violations including employee health reporting and chemical storage issues, with the disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
First Watch in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
First Watch in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025004456 | $200.00 | Dec 30, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
First Watch in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
First Watch in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was First Watch in Bradenton last inspected?
- First Watch #1029 in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at First Watch in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at First Watch #1029 in Bradenton are: Chemical properly stored, Parasite destruction, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has First Watch in Bradenton had?
- First Watch #1029 in Bradenton has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of First Watch in Bradenton find?
- First Watch #1029 in Bradenton was most recently inspected on April 3, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has First Watch in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- No, First Watch #1029 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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has First Watch in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, First Watch #1029 in Bradenton has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has First Watch in Bradenton been fined?
- First Watch #1029 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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