Vw Publix in Bradenton

Last inspected:

4651 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

VW Publix 1326 is a vended water facility in Bradenton, Florida (Sarasota County) with 8 inspections on record between November 2022 and February 2026. The facility has maintained zero violations across its last seven inspections. In November 2022, a priority violation was documented when popcorn chicken in the deli department was found at 158 degrees Fahrenheit, below the required minimum of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. The product was immediately recooked to proper temperature and verified by the inspector during the visit (corrected on site). A secondary violation from March 2023 involved an opened can of household aerosol insecticide stored in the back area with cleaning supplies — a priority foundation issue corrected during that inspection. The most recent inspection on February 20, 2026 was a focused inspection with lab results provided and zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

8FDACS Insp.
2Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Vw Publix in Bradenton: FDACS Inspection History (8)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT RAPRAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: The issues described in request # 5143529 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Offsite Routine Inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . ROB ROMANINO, PERSON IN CHARGE RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Risk-Based Violations

7-202.11 Poisonous or toxic materials that are not required for the operation or maintenance of the food establishment or intended for retail sale is present in the establishment. 7-202.11 PfPf
Back area- opened can of household aerosol insecticide (raid Ant& Roach) stored in the back area with cleaning supplies. o
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: SASKIA UNDERWOOD, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . DAI KHAM MUNG, FRANCHISEE SASKIA UNDERWOOD, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: SASKIA JAISIRI, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: JOSEPH GALATI

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . JOSEPH GALATI, STORE MANAGER SASKIA JAISIRI, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Risk-Based Violations

3-401.11(A)(3) Raw poultry; baluts; wild game animals; stuffed fish, meat, pasta, poultry, ratites; or stuffing containing raw fish, meat, poultry or ratites not cooked to heat all parts to 165°F instantaneously. 3-401.11(A)(3) PP
Deli department- Popcorn chicken when probed with an accurate thermometer had an internal temperature of 158 degrees F. COS- Popcorn chicken was placed in fryer to cook to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and above, checked and verified during visit. x

Vw Publix in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vw Publix in Bradenton last inspected?
Vw Publix 1326 in Bradenton was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 20, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Vw Publix in Bradenton had?
Vw Publix 1326 in Bradenton has 8 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Vw Publix in Bradenton find?
Vw Publix 1326 in Bradenton was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 20, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Vw Publix in Bradenton had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Vw Publix 1326 in Bradenton has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Vw Publix in Bradenton?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Vw Publix 1326 in Bradenton are: 3-401.11(A)(3): Raw poultry; baluts; wild game animals; stuffed fish, meat, pasta, poultry, ratites; or stuffing containing raw fish, meat, poultry or ratites not cooked to heat all parts to 165°F instantaneously. 3-401.11(A)(3) P; 7-202.11: Poisonous or toxic materials that are not required for the operation or maintenance of the food establishment or intended for retail sale is present in the establishment. 7-202.11 Pf.

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