Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton
Last inspected:
9516 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton has accumulated 177 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity and has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $3,880 in fines. A fire safety violation from 2018 documented a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone. Top recurring violations involve employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, and shell stock requirements, with a notable enforcement spike in August 2023 when inspectors issued a warning, conducted callbacks, and issued an emergency order within 48 hours.
Most recent closure: August 25, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton: Emergency Closure History (1)
Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $3,880.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023048573 | $800.00 | Aug 25, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2023004140 | $160.00 | Jan 6, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2017003617 | — | Jan 3, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2016043835 | $800.00 | Aug 19, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2016025016 | $1,200.00 | May 5, 2016 | Orlando | |
| 7--2015050234 | $920.00 | Nov 6, 2015 | District 8 |
Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher near ware washing/reach-in cooler in red.
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.
Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections57 violations · 47 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative Complaint Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton last inspected?
- Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton last shut down?
- Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton was last shut down on August 25, 2023 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 Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton had?
- Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton find?
- Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton was most recently inspected on November 18, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,880.00 in fines.
- How much has Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton been fined?
- Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton has been fined a total of $3,880.00 across 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co in Bradenton operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Judys Restaurant (2018).
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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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