Cortez Kitchen in Cortez
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4528 119 St W, Cortez, FL 34215Cortez Kitchen in Cortez has been emergency-closed twice for rodent activity, on February 5, 2020 and April 14, 2021. Across 28 inspections dating back to 2016, the facility accumulated 185 violations, averaging 6.6 per inspection—nearly 30 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. High-priority violations have included recurring employee health reporting failures, time-as-control violations, improper hand and arm washing, and management awareness deficiencies. The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 found 12 violations including failures in time-as-control procedures, toxic substance control, and consumer advisory documentation, with the inspection completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: April 14, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cortez Kitchen in Cortez: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Cortez Kitchen in Cortez: Emergency Closure History (2)
Cortez Kitchen in Cortez: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021017867 | $800.00 | Apr 14, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2020006844 | $400.00 | Feb 10, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Cortez Kitchen in Cortez: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections39 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Cortez Kitchen in Cortez: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cortez Kitchen in Cortez last inspected?
- Cortez Kitchen in Cortez was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cortez Kitchen in Cortez last shut down?
- Cortez Kitchen in Cortez was last shut down on April 14, 2021 for rodent 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 Cortez Kitchen in Cortez?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cortez Kitchen in Cortez are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Cortez Kitchen in Cortez had?
- Cortez Kitchen in Cortez has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cortez Kitchen in Cortez find?
- Cortez Kitchen in Cortez was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cortez Kitchen in Cortez ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cortez Kitchen in Cortez has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Cortez Kitchen in Cortez faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cortez Kitchen in Cortez has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Cortez Kitchen in Cortez been fined?
- Cortez Kitchen in Cortez has been fined a total of $1,200.00 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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