Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park

Last inspected:

8433 Cooper Creek Blvd, University Park, FL 34201
Overview

Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park has accumulated 60 violations across 11 inspections since December 2022, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Employee health policy violations appeared in 5 of the 11 inspections, and handwashing violations (proper hand/arm washing and handwashing facilities) were cited in 4 inspections. High-priority violations for approved food source, consumer advisory, and shell stock requirements recurred across multiple inspections, indicating systemic gaps in manager awareness and food handling protocols. The facility received one disciplinary action with a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 documented 12 violations including recurring employee health policy and time-as-a-control violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

11Inspections
60Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park: Comparison to Manatee County Averages

This Facility 5.5 violations / inspection 5.5 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg 4.78 violations / inspection 4.78 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Manatee County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2022057784 $200.00 Dec 1, 2022 Miami (Doral)

Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park last inspected?
Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park?
The most frequently cited violations at Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy.
How many health inspections has Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park had?
Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park find?
Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park ever been shut down?
No, Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
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.
Has Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park been fined?
Post Kitchen & Bar in University Park has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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