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BONNIE JEAN

7310 TARA PRESERVE LN, Bradenton FL 34203

Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats80
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5104445
Grade history
SEP 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
MAR 26
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections trending down, 25 points off where it started.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.observed 2 live cockroaches by handwashing sink main kitchen area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $560

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2026030141Apr 30, 2026May 27, 2026$400
7--2019009083Feb 8, 2019Mar 20, 2019$160

Inspection history

13 visits, newest first

Apr 30, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 30, 2026Administrative determination recommendedLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found.observed in dry storage room approximately 20 rodent droppings.Person in charge cleaned and sanitized area.
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler cheese (51F - Cold Holding); in house made ranch dressing (52F - Cold Holding); beef stock (50F - Cold Holding); beef chili (49F - Cold Holding); chicken (52F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (51F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated all product was placed in reach in cooler on 4/29/26. person in charge voluntarily discard all product.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler cheese (51F - Cold Holding); in house made ranch dressing (52F - Cold Holding); beef stock (50F - Cold Holding); beef chili (49F - Cold Holding); chicken (52F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (51F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated all product was placed in reach in cooler on 4/29/26. person in charge voluntarily discard all product.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.observed 5 tongs stored on oven door. Person in charge removed and placed in dish washing machine area.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles..Person in charge cleaned microwave.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill soiled hoods.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Mar 18, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service or the Department of Health. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added a bar with no plan review.
Intermediate/51-12-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 18, 2026 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee..
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 18, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in reach in cooler raw pork over sour cream and washed produce. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw pork.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.observed 2 live cockroaches by handwashing sink main kitchen area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service or the Department of Health. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added a bar with no plan review.
Intermediate/51-12-5/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. observed 3 dead roaches by reach in cooler main kitchen area 3 dead roaches dry storage 2 dead roaches by ice machine in back kitchen area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. observed on cook preparing food wristwatch. Employee removed wristwatch and washed hands.
Basic/13-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee..
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nov 5, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added a sushi bar with no plan review.
Intermediate/51-12-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 10, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 5, 2025 · No plan for renovation submitted Admin Complaint
Sep 10, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.observed raw sushi not marked on menu.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 10, 2025 · Time Extended
No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added a sushi bar with no plan review.
Intermediate/51-12-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 10, 2025 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 10, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 29, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Establishment using the three compartment sink. Time Extended
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.observed raw sushi not marked on menu.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended
No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added a sushi bar with no plan review.
Intermediate/51-12-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended
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.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended
Garbage on pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in walk-in cooler raw chicken over sour cream.educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed chicken.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in walk-in cooler cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mussels (46F - Cold Holding). Operator opened up the freezer door Observed in reach in cooler garlic in oil (53F - Cold Holding)Person in charge stated that the product had been out of the reach in cooler for approximately 1 hour and placed it back in the reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in dishwasher area handwashing sink filled with soiled dishes.Person in charge removed soiled dishes.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.observed raw sushi not marked on menu.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added a sushi bar with no plan review.
Intermediate/51-12-5/Warning
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.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Garbage on pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Mar 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Mar 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in reach in cooler in main kitchen area cook pork date marked 3/1/25. Educated Person in charge on dates exceed 7 days. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler ham (48F- Cold Holding); cheese (49F- Cold Holding); hot dogs (50F - Cold Holding)educated Person in charge on cold food storage.Person in charge discarded.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk-in cooler ham (48F- Cold Holding); cheese (49F- Cold Holding); hot dogs (50F - Cold Holding)educated Person in charge on cold food storage.Person in charge discarded
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Garbage on the pad around dumpster. On west end of parking area.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in bar area reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen area.
Basic/22-20-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Feb 7, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed in back kitchen area Triple Sink (Chlorine Over 200ppm); Person in charge diluted and Triple Sink (Chlorine Retested 100ppm).
High priority/22-42-4/Corrected On-Site
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area Tuna salad date marked 1/31/24. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Tuna Salad.
High priority/02C-01-5
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area Tuna salad date marked 1/31/24. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Tuna Salad.
High priority/01B-13-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Walk in cooler in back area of main kitchen raw Shell Eggs over sliced Cheese. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage. Person in charge removed raw shell Eggs.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in side kitchen area across from fire extinguisher.
Basic/22-20-5

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