La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton
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5108 15 St E Unit 96-98-100, Bradenton, FL 34203La Casita Azul Restaurant in Bradenton averaged 4.6 violations per inspection across 14 inspections since 2023, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has been subject to three disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines. High-priority violations have been persistent, with employee health policy violations cited in at least 4 inspections, proper hand washing violations in at least 5 inspections, and shell stock requirement violations in at least 3 inspections. Management awareness violations appeared repeatedly across the record. The most recent inspection on April 2, 2026 identified 12 violations, including 2 high-priority violations for hand washing and shell stock requirements, and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation. A prior inspection on February 19, 2026 documented 42 violations, the highest single-inspection count on record, with 6 high-priority findings. The facility has had no emergency closures on record.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025071095 | $800.00 | Sep 12, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2025026149 | $400.00 | Feb 26, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2024064482 | $200.00 | Sep 17, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (14)
— 2 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton last inspected?
- La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton are: Proper hand/arm washing, Adequate lighting, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton had?
- La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton has had 14 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton find?
- La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- No, La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton been fined?
- La Casita Azul Restaurant INC in Bradenton has been fined a total of $1,400.00 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.
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