Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton
Last inspected:
7020 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton has accumulated 285 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.2 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines. Ventilation deficiencies rank as the top recurring violation, cited 25 times, followed by consumer advisory failures and food contact surface issues. In 2023 and 2024, inspectors recommended administrative complaints after finding 4 and 6 high-priority violations respectively.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
9.2
violations / inspection
9.2 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
Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024024742 | $200.00 | Mar 18, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2017004402 | $200.00 | Jan 6, 2017 | Tampa |
Kelsey's Bar & Grill 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 2017-07-21: Portable fire proximal to carbon dioxide tank facing the ice machine extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-07-24: **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 proximal to carbon dioxide tank facing the ice machine extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 4 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections59 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton last inspected?
- Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton had?
- Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton find?
- Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- No, Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton been fined?
- Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Kelsey's Bar & Grill in Bradenton operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Kelseys on Cortez (2017-2017).
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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).
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