Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton
Last inspected:
7228 55 Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34203Gecko's Grill and Pub, a 150-seat restaurant in Bradenton, has operated under significant food safety challenges. The facility was emergency-closed on February 29, 2016 for roach activity. Across 22 inspections from 2016 to March 2026, the facility accumulated 193 violations, averaging 8.8 per inspection — substantially higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been documented in 19 of the 22 inspections, with recurring citations for employee health reporting (cited in 7 inspections), improper chemical storage (cited in 12 inspections), and handwashing violations (cited in 5 inspections). The facility has received 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 17, 2026 documented 18 violations including high-priority findings for employee health reporting, chemical storage, parasite destruction, shell stock requirements, and handwashing, and was completed with no further action.
Most recent closure: February 29, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 10:17:00 |
Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024054979 | $400.00 | Aug 9, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019063364 | $400.00 | Nov 12, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2016010055 | $400.00 | Feb 29, 2016 | Tampa |
Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 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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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton last inspected?
- Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton last shut down?
- Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton was last shut down on February 29, 2016 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton are: Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton had?
- Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton find?
- Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton was most recently inspected on March 17, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- Yes, Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton been fined?
- Gecko's Grill and Pub in Bradenton has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 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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