Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton
Last inspected:
6100 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210RJ Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton has accumulated 287 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2025 for roach and fly activity. The establishment faces a pattern of recurring compliance failures: it has received five warning notices followed by callback inspections since February 2024, with inspectors documenting continued violations even after corrective action orders. Top violations involve improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and chemical storage failures.
Most recent closure: June 9, 2025 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
8.1
violations / inspection
8.1 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
Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton: Emergency Closure History (1)
Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025044689 | $400.00 | Jun 9, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 7--2019002121 | $400.00 | Jan 9, 2019 | Tampa |
Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections45 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— 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
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton last inspected?
- Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton last shut down?
- Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton was last shut down on June 9, 2025 for roach & fly 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 Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton had?
- Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton find?
- Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- Yes, Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- 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 Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton been fined?
- Rj Gator's Sea Grill and Bar in Bradenton has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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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