BONEFISH GRILL
7456 W CORTEZ RD, Bradenton FL 34210 · 941.795.8020
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 13 points off where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter at 50F and pesto at 56F, operator stated items had been out for approximately 1 hour. Operator reined items to bring down temperatures.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024017534 | Feb 12, 2024 | Jul 8, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed their dumpster missing a drain plug.
Jul 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercially reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from its packaging before thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the fish.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line and the bar: Colelsaw (60F - Cold Holding); Chopped tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); Cheese olives (62F - Cold Holding); Chopped watermelon (56F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been out for approximately 3 and a half hrs. Operator discarded the cook line foods of their own decision and placed the bar food in reach in coolers.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being used as scoops for dry goods. Operator removed them.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from its packaging before thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the fish.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed their dumpster missing a drain plug.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed their bottom of their left side make table with food debris buildup. Operator had it cleaned.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed their cook line bucket stored on the floor. Operator placed it on a shelf.
Sep 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed receptacle in unisex bathroom for employees without a lid.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards in establishment with groves and cut marks.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed clear containers on clean dish rack with cracks and broken corners. Operator removed containers and discarded.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed underside of soda dispenser soiled with black mold like substance. Operator had employee clean the area.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
Outdoor refuse area not curbed and graded to drain. Observed standing water in outdoor dumpster area. Operator stated that the drain was clogged.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in cooler in bar area holding barrels of beer.
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 a ladder next to single serve containers on located n shelf next to ice machine. Operator moved ladder.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter and pesto at 50F, in waitstaff area. Operator stated that both products had been out approximately 1 hour. Operator put more ice on products to rapidly cool. Butter now at 41F.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer to strong. Operator corrected lactic acid sanitizer to 700ppm.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed after dripping from ceiling in server area. Operator stated that they have had issues with the roof.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed garbage in unisex rest room for employees with out a cover.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple grooved cutting boards on cook line. Operator stated they just received a quote to replace all cutting boards.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple clear containers on clean dish rack with cracked and broken corners and edges.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in employees restroom. E-mailed copy of employees must wash hands to operator. Operator printed and hung signs.
Apr 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter at 50F and pesto at 56F, operator stated items had been out for approximately 1 hour. Operator reined items to bring down temperatures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda dispenser in bar area with a build up of green mold like substance.
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. Operator was unable access information in computer to provide proof of any training.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed multiple areas of cove molding through our kitchen broken and pulling away from wall.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on shelf in serve area next to clean dishes. Operator removed drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee speaker on food preparation wearing a table in back food prep area. Operator removed speaker.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee on cook line engaged in food preparation wearing a watch. Employee removed watch.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on handle at bread station. Operator removed tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the underside of food shelves in walk-in cooler with visible mold like substances.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish being thawed in standing water in back food prep area. Operator turned on water to thaw properly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping cloth on cooks line.
Jul 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth lactic acid sanitizer at 848ppm. Operator corrected to 700 ppm.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone and speaker on food prep table in food prep area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple container with wet nesting in dish area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong used to dispense bread on equipment handle. Operator removed tongs.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the bottom of reach in cooler in bar area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil in bottle without a label identifying product. Operator printed label and placed on bottle.
Feb 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw ground beef then changed their gloves and handled clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee washed their hands and changed gloves.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw tuna stored over washed and cut greens in reach-in cooler on left side of cooks line. Manager moved tuna to bottom shelf. Raw pork stored over flour tortillas in reach-in cooler on left side of cooks line. Manager moved raw pork to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Coleslaw (57F Cold Holding); Diced Mango (50F Cold Holding) Stacked and stored above fill line in the top section of reach in cooler on the cook line. Manager stated the items had been stored in reach in cooler for approximately 1.5 hours. Manager emptied half the content of the pan into separate pan and placed it in the bottom of the reach in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards observed on cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on prep table in food preparation area. Manager removed drinks.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light in walk-in cooler missing shield.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp and scallops being thawed in standing water in three compartment sink in food preparation area. Manager drained water and turned on faucet to thaw under cold running water.
Sep 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach in freezer chest near ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up behind and on sides of fryers, and next to counter top oven on cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in lower reach in cooler on prep line.
Aug 31, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of medication stored with single service condiment cups in bin on top of microwave. Employee removed medication.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 6 dented cans on bottom rim of hearts of palm on dry storage shelf. Operator removed cans from shelf to return for credit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler: Milk 49F ( - Cold Holding); Crab cake (48F - Cold Holding); Swordfish (49F - Cold Holding); Feta (48F - Cold Holding) at approximately 12:15 pm. Operator stated walk in cooler was approximately 36F at approximately 9:30 am. Advised operator to open walk in freezer and add ice to TCS foods. Operator placed call to repair company.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed trout and salmon in walk in cooler in commercially vacuum sealed packaging. Operator cut hole into packages.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach in freezer chest near ice machine.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle laying in rice bulk container in dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up behind and on sides of fryers, and next to counter top oven on cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in lower reach in cooler on prep line.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed water draining slowly under high temp dish-wash machine. Observed water draining slowing in dumpster pad area.
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