CHICK BRO CAFE BISTRO
1431 49TH S, Gulfport FL 33707 · 7272546632
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. -rub marks on pole on wall opposite hood system, right next to hole in wall
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015044579 | Sep 23, 2015 | Jan 13, 2016 | $360 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on prep cooler stained
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -no paper towels in employee restroom
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -paper towel dispensers stuck and unable to dispense paper towels Operator tried fixing it, and I was able to get one paper towel and then it got stuck again
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting board on prep cooler grooved
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee drink stored on shelf above pre cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cellphone stored on shelf above prep cooler
Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in wall opposite hood system
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -mop sink outside has standing water in it
Aug 18, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings on rolling cart in back prep kitchen 3 rodent droppings under dry storage shelf in back prep kitchen 40 rodent droppings under 3 compartment sink 1 rodent dropping on cookline floor Operator said they were aware of rodent activity after their hood system was serviced and a hole in the wall became uncovered. Operators are cleaning entire kitchen.
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. -rub marks on pole on wall opposite hood system, right next to hole in wall
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on prep cooler stained
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -no paper towels in employee restroom
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -paper towel dispensers stuck and unable to dispense paper towels Operator tried fixing it, and I was able to get one paper towel and then it got stuck again
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting board on prep cooler grooved
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee drink stored on shelf above pre cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cellphone stored on shelf above prep cooler
Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in wall opposite hood system
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -mop sink outside has standing water in it
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -operator used gloved hands to remove cellphone from expo shelf and proceeded to engage in food preparation without changing gloves or washing hands. Operator washed hands and changed gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Cooked black beans (122F - Reheating) Cooked yesterday and put out to reheat in steam table today at 10 AM. Retemped at 130F at 11:45AM. I advised operators that they had 15 minutes left to get it to 165F, and should move it to the stove. Operator moved to stove and retemped at 168F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on prep cooler on cook line is stained
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -container of food stored to thaw in hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink. Operator removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink by 3 compartment sink. Operator put soap out.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -at hand washing sink sinks by 3 compartment sink Operator fixed them so that paper towels could come out.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle used for sanitize solution of bleach and water not labeled. Operator labeled.
Chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Spray Sanitizer (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator set up sanitize bucket and tested at 100 PPM. I advised her not to use the spray bottle solution until she has cleaned it out of any prior chemicals and remade with 50PPM chlorine in water.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on prep table near 3 compartment sink Operator removed cell phone. ** -cell phone on expo shelf over prep cooler on cook line. Operator removed
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator put in sanitize bucket.
Oct 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
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. Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line is stained with food buildup between cracks.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spoon handle touching cooked rice in cooker on prep table on cooks line. Employee removed spoon from cooked rice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven used more than 24 hours ago is soiled with food debris.
Reach-in cooler near three-compartment sink shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen chicken in container on drainboard of three-compartment sink not thawing under running cold water or refrigeration. Operator placed chicken under running cold water.
May 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards stained with food debris.
Mar 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards stained with food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher in hand sink. Manager removed pitcher.
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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil's on cook line in water at 71F. Employee removed water.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled with food debris.
Nov 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority8 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Water container in hand sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee moved items.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink next to dough mixer. Employee refilled paper towels
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Butter and shell eggs on cook line have no written procedures. Emailed operator information.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Inspector provided consumer advisory. Employee posted sign.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken,pork,beef and milk made 11-4-24 no date making on items in stand up prep cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container with no handle in beans. Employee removed container.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil's on cook line in water at 71F. Employee removed water.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled with food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White power substance in plastic containers are not identified. Employee labeled containers sugar.
Feb 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.