Popi's Place IV in Ellenton
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3911 Us 301 N, Ellenton, FL 34222Popi's Place IV in Ellenton has a volatile compliance record marked by severe deterioration in late 2025. The facility recorded 24 inspections totaling 186 violations between 2016 and December 2025, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection — nearly 50% above the statewide average of 5.2. No emergency closures have been issued. High-priority violations have clustered in recent months, particularly in December 2024, when an inspection documented nine high-priority violations including management awareness failures, improper hand and arm washing, shell stock requirement violations, and food contact surface contamination. Employee health policy violations appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections, including violations in July 2025 and December 2023. A December 4, 2025 routine inspection triggered an administrative complaint recommendation after documenting nine high-priority violations; the facility complied and returned on December 5, 2025, when six basic violations were cited and the inspection was closed with a "Call Back - Complied" disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Popi's Place IV in Ellenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Popi's Place IV in Ellenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 6 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 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· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Popi's Place IV in Ellenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Popi's Place IV in Ellenton last inspected?
- Popi's Place IV in Ellenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 5, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Popi's Place IV in Ellenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Popi's Place IV in Ellenton are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Popi's Place IV in Ellenton had?
- Popi's Place IV in Ellenton has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Popi's Place IV in Ellenton find?
- Popi's Place IV in Ellenton was most recently inspected on December 5, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Popi's Place IV in Ellenton ever been shut down?
- No, Popi's Place IV in Ellenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V38 (Waste properly disposed) mean?
- Violation 38 (Waste properly disposed) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/38.
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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).
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