BURGER AND PANCAKE HOUSE
1631 8TH AVE W, Palmetto FL 34221 · 941-479-4914
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.observed in walk-in cooler cooked pasta date marked 8/27/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,460
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018061671 | Dec 5, 2018 | Jan 10, 2019 | $1,100 |
| 7--2018050662 | Aug 22, 2018 | Oct 29, 2018 | $360 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following Chicken Soup (146F - Reheating) in steam table never reaching the required temperature of 165F. Employee stated she placed items in steam table 3 hours prior to inspection and Manager discarded soup.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items in cook line reach in cooler above 41 F Sliced Cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); Sausage (50F - Cold Holding); Pooled Eggs (50F - Cold Holding); Ham (54F - Cold Holding); Gyro Meat (48F - Cold Holding). Manager stated they were placed in reach in cooler from walk in 2 hours prior to inspection. Manager placed items in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed the following Chicken Soup (146F - Reheating) in steam table never reaching the required temperature of 165F. Employee stated she placed items in steam table 3 hours prior to inspection and Manager discarded soup.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of kitchen ice machine soiled.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in dining area stained.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents above cook line soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on all reach in coolers with cut marks; no longer cleanable.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hand blender used to blend raw eggs stored in room temperature water on prep counter near walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled.
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher stored under prep table in kitchen not hanging in designated location.
May 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 111 GULF DR S, Bradenton Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 5, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.observed in walk-in cooler cooked pasta date marked 8/27/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler on cooks line, raw shell eggs (64F - Cold Holding); ham (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (51F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding).Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler on cooks line, raw shell eggs (64F - Cold Holding); ham (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (51F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding).Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.observed in main dining area and kitchen area multiple ceiling tiles stained. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.observed in front dining area and back kitchen area vents soiled with mold like substance.
Food stored on floor.observed cut potato bucket stored on floor in walk-in cooler Person in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled and opener table bracket rusted.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled bleach and degreaser bottles in dish area. Owner labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several water stained ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed small gap at bottom right corner of exterior kitchen door.
Food stored on floor. Observed 4 cases of fryer oil stored on floor in kitchen. Operator moved to rack. observed 4 buckets of fries stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust/grime buildup on fan covers in walk-in cooler.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottle of water and core power in freezer. Owner removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour bin not labeled. Owner labeled bin.
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several water stained ceiling tiles in rear kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dirty ceiling vents above cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap right rear corner of kitchen exit door.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall adjacent to rear kitchen exit door. Observed hole in wall next to water heater in rear room.
Jan 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine not sanitizing properly. Owner will call service company.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed French fry cutter blades soiled. owner cleaned blades.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in kitchen employee bathroom. Owner replaced towels.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several water stained ceiling tiles in rear kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dirty ceiling vents above cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed heavily grooved white cutting boards in kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap right rear corner of kitchen exit door.
Food stored on floor. Observed shell eggs stacked on floor in walk-in cooler. Owner moved to shelf.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall adjacent to rear kitchen exit door. Observed hole in wall next to water heater in rear room.
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dried black buildup on potato diced blade assembly.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employees with expired training.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with black slimy substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plate in flour bin. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee key chain and gum on shelf next to food. Owner moved items.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood exhaust system has grease buildup.
Jun 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 111 GULF DR S, Bradenton Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Educated operator on the employee health agreement. Provided copies of health agreement to operator.
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in sugar container. Owner removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed customer drink cups wet stacked.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exterior kitchen door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on hood system.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled. Owner labeled.
Sep 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed French fry cutter blades with buildup of food debris. Employee cleaned cutter.
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 fish filets thawing in bottom of reach in cooler still in sealed package. Operator cut slit in bags.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink on shelf next to clean dishes. Employee moved drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys and sunglasses on shelf next to clean dishes. Employee removed.
Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed several light fixtures in kitchen prep area out.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottles on food line in kitchen.
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed can of burn spray on shelf next to cook line. Manager moved medicine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer blade and can opener soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed blackish pink substance buildup interior of ice machine. Operator cleaned ice machine.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining dry storage shelf in kitchen. Manager removed cardboard.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed holes and cracked missing cove base in hot water heater room.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several grooved cutting boards in kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gaps bottom of exterior kitchen door.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles not labeled. Operator labeled bottles.
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.