BAGELS & BREWS CAFE MANATEE
5917 MANATEE AVE W SUITE 301, Bradenton FL 34209 · 9412328710
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed Zevo flying insect trap next to bagel rack n front service area. Operator removed trap.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024010467 | Jan 5, 2024 | Jun 21, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing a knife in the hand wash sink. Employee removed knife for proper cleaning and sanitizing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling through main kitchen area soiled with excess grease.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding in woman's bathroom pulling away from the wall.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink not being used in correct order. Educated employee on dish washing. Employee set up sinks correctly and rewarded dishes.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed wire shelf containing dry seasonings with rust pitted shelves.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete to the right of the handwashing sink in back food preparation area next to and beneath clean dish rack.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall in kitchen next to tasters with excess grease and soil.
Dec 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw shell eggs over bottled milk in walk -in cooler on back shelf. Operator removed milk bottles.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in bagel production area with water stains.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents through out bagel production area and above cook line soiled with excess grease and dust.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on both make stations on cook line with cut marks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed speed racks in back bangle production area with soil and food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled above and next to toasters with grease and dust.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary sanitizer bucket on cook line not at proper minimum strength. Operator changed quaternary bucket. Quaternary sanitizer bucket now at 200ppm.
Oct 16, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and vent in cooks area with excessive grease, soil and dust.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing from walls surrounding ice machine and hand wash sink in bagel production storage room.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floor between ovens and fryers with excessive grease, soil and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed speed rack along slides with excess soil and food debris.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor under ice machine and under handwashing sink in bagel production storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall above toaster across from ovens soiled with excessive grease and dust.
Oct 16, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 6 rodent droppings near back exit door of storage area, bagel production room. Observed approximately 1 rodent droppings on the lid of mayonnaise on dry storage rack next to back exit door in bagel production storage room. Observed approximately 2 rodent droppings on sleeve of styrofoam bowls on dry storage rack in bagel production storage room. Observed rodent chew marks on a container of grated Parmesan cheese on dry storage rack in bagel production storage room on plastic storage rack against wall. Observed approximately 5 rodent droppings on stand mixer behind bowl along wall next to bagel former/ decider machine in bagel production storage room. Observed approximately 8 in corner behind speed rack near bagel former/ divider machine in bagel production storage room. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on bottom tray of unused stand mixer in bagel production storage room across from to entrance to bakery area. Observed approximately 2 rodent dropping on box containing oats on bottom shelf of food preparation table in bagel production storage room in middle of the room. Observed approximately 3 rodent droppings in bakery area in back corner behind plastic sign next to air conditioning unit. Operator is in the process of cleaning and sanitizing the areas.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed bottom shelves of food preparation tables holding dry goods in bagel production storage area with excess soil and food debris.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink in front counter area. Operator replaced hand soap.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and vent in cooks area with excessive grease, soil and dust.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing from walls surrounding ice machine and hand wash sink in bagel production storage room.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floor between ovens and fryers with excessive grease, soil and food debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of frozen macaroni and cheese stored on the floor in walk-in freezer. Operator moved case of macaroni and cheese off the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed speed rack along slides with excess soil and food debris.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor under ice machine and under handwashing sink in bagel production storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall above toaster across from ovens soiled with excessive grease and dust.
May 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment operating without a current license.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing cove molding next to handwashing sink in back food preparation areas next to ice machine.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed all back areas of kitchen and back food prep areas with floor soiled with grease and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all speed racks soiled with food debris.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor in front of hand wash sink next to ice machine unsealed.
May 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed: Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed lower shelves of food prep tables in back bakery area with rust pitted surfaces. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.observed missing in bakery area around handwashing sink. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove molding around handwashing sink next to ice machine. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed all floors through out establishment with food residue and soil along walls and under all equipment. Priority: Basic
May 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding at handwashing sink next to ice machine missing.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floors under equipment and along along walls soiled with grease and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all speed racks soiled with food debris.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in front of handwashing sink and ice machine.
May 14, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment operating without a current license.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed Zevo flying insect trap next to bagel rack n front service area. Operator removed trap.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed container of plan cream cheese in back reach-in 2 door glass cooler date marked 5/5/25. Operator voluntarily discarded products.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Plain cream cheese 50F in front display reach-in cooler, vegetable cream cheese 51F, Honey walnut 49F, chive cream cheese 50F. Operator voluntarily discarded products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Plain cream cheese 50F in front display reach-in cooler, vegetable cream cheese 51F, Honey walnut 49F, chive cream cheese 50F. Operator voluntarily discarded products.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Craig Thomsen certified food managers certification expired.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof provided that some employees Carlos M, Miriam Z, Carlos S, Wanda C. Have their food handlers certification. Operator stated he could not find certificates and was in the process of trying to schedule food handlers training.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing cove molding next to handwashing sink in back food preparation areas next to ice machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee speaker on shelf above make table in coffee area next to food products. Employee removed speaker..
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed all back areas of kitchen and back food prep areas with floor soiled with grease and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all speed racks soiled with food debris.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor in front of hand wash sink next to ice machine unsealed.
Mar 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ observed establishment operating without a license due to change of ownership. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of window cleaner stored next to single serve containers in front bakery area lower middle cabinet. Operator removed window cleaner. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Craig T. Food Manager Certification expired on 12/9/24. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer heads in back bakery area soiled with food debris. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in bakery area blocked by floor cleaner. Operator moved floor cleaner. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of any food handlers training. Operator stated he is unable to locate paper work. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator copies of employee health reporting agreements and had all employees on sight sign. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed cheese bagels and bacon Swiss bagels being held on time with out a written plan. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed lower shelves of food prep tables in back bakery area with rust pitted surfaces. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed solid and food debris on equipment door handle in bakery area. Priority: Basic
Observed: Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.observed missing in bakery area around handwashing sink. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove molding around handwashing sink next to ice machine. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed all floors through out establishment with food residue and soil along walls and under all equipment. Priority: Basic
Observed: Food stored on floor. Observed case of deli meats stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Operator moved deli meats to shelf. Priority: Basic
Observed: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed 1” x 3” hole in wall next to ice machine. Priority: Basic
Observed: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit door from main bagel area locked. Operator unlocked door. Priority: Reporting
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed container of cream cheese without a date, in reach-in 2 door glass cooler in back food prep area. Operator discarded container of cream cheese.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Operator stated Egg Bagels and Bacon and Swiss Cheese bagels were placed on racks at approximately 3 hours earlier.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding broken and pulling away from walls in both men's and women rest rooms.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom shelves of food prep tables in kitchen and in back food prep area with rusted pitted surface.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed excessive garbage on dumpster pad behind garbage dumpsters.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed both shared dumpsters without drain plugs.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed maintenance tools on food prep table in back food prep area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of food in glass 2 door reach-in cooler on back food prep area with a label.
Jan 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of Tylenol stored in the bake shop area next to food. Manager removed the bottle.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored stored next to food and single service cups in the front container area. Manager removed the bottles.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head on the floor mixer in the bake shop soiled.
Walk-in cooler fan guard missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Several ceiling tiles in the bake shop area soiled and water damaged.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Several cutting boards in the kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee was informed and placed a hair restraint on.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment in the kitchen and bake shop soiled. Floors in the walk-in cooler soiled.
Food stored on floor. Bottled water stored on the floor in the bake shop area. Cases of food stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Manager placed the items on a shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All speed racks in the kitchen soiled. Can rack in the kitchen soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of the stand up reach in cooler in the front counter area soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups stored on the floor in the bake shop area. Manager placed the items on a shelf.
Jul 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
8 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cook. Educated operator on proper hand washing procedures.
Medicine not labeled properly. Antibiotic ointment stored above make station cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Feta cheese dated 6/27/23 in bakery cooler. Operator discarded product.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Feta cheese dated 6/27/23 in bakery cooler. Operator discarded product.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook talk on cell phone and then put glove on without washing hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed written plan with milk, spinach and cheese bagels identified but no time mark observed on items or chart.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaners stored with food on front line. Operator removed.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at outside hose behind establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade guard soiled with food debris.
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Operator printed new menus and cold smoked salmon items are not identified as a raw/undercooked ingredient. Operator is printing new menus on site during inspection.
Walk-in cooler missing fan guard cover/splatter shield.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. AC vents soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Speaker stored above make station cooler on cook line and cell phone on prep table in bakery.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs at bakery area hand sinks.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Stored on floor in bakery area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at cook line, front counter, and bakery.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed in multiple areas in prep area.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.