CHECKERS #582
5220 E 15 ST, Bradenton FL 34203 · (941)753-0373
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 6 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019037522 | Jun 4, 2019 | Aug 19, 2019 | $400 |
| 7--2018053089 | Aug 29, 2018 | Oct 31, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ceiling tile missing over ice machine.
Food stored on floor. observed in walk-in cooler bag of onions on floor person in charge removed from floor.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted mop. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Floor area covered with standing water by handwashing sink.Person in charge mopped floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer for burgers.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted mop.
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor area covered with standing water by fryers.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Aug 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Syrah
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in main kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Person in charge printed and posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen hood filter over fryers soiled with grease.
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in main kitchen area by Reach in freezer, Handwashing sink with a sanitizer bucket in sink. Person in charge removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to ice cream machine. Person in charge filled paper towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease.
Objectionable odors in bathroom areas of the establishment.
Jul 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food controlled by time and required to be marked with the use by time is not marked and the required time of disposal cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed Shredded Lettuce, sliced Tomatoes and Sliced Cheese on service line not time marked. Educated Person in charge on time marking. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all items.
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed Shredded Lettuce, sliced Tomatoes and Sliced Cheese on service line not time marked. Educated Person in charge on time marking. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all items.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by Reach in freezer. Person in charge filled paper towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in main kitchen area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation in main kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back Walk in cooler behind building on west side gasket soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed in main kitchen area above fryers and grill hood filters soiled with grease.
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.