CHICK FIL A AT CREEKWOOD
5206 73RD LANE E, Bradenton FL 34203 · 407-645-5008
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in soft serve ice cream machine ice cream mix (48F- Cold Holding).Person in charge will monitor temperature.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018053194 | Sep 4, 2018 | Nov 2, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed in main kitchen area on food rack chicken (73F - Cooling). Person in charge stated it had been cooling for over 2 hours and time stamp confirmed. Person in charge voluntarily discharged.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in main kitchen area on food rack chicken (73F - Cooling). Person in charge stated it had been cooling for over 2 hours and time stamp confirmed. Person in charge voluntarily discharged.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on east end of kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in chicken preparation area soiled with grease.
Stored food not covered.Observed on cooks line cut lemons not covered. Person in charge covered lemons.
Mar 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in soft serve ice cream machine ice cream mix (48F- Cold Holding).Person in charge will monitor temperature.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.observed in food preparation area employee engaging in food preparation with no beard guard. Employee put on guard and washed hands.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on east side of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in front kitchen area Handwashing sink used as a dump sink. Person in charge cleaned sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on east side of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Mar 21, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed in front kitchen area by service windows handwashing sink removed. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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 in front kitchen area by service windows handwashing sink removed. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Mar 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed in front kitchen area by service windows handwashing sink removed. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed in back kitchen area Dishwasher (Temperature 155F) Person in charge ran dish washing machine 2 time and Dishwasher (recheck Temperature 160F)
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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 in front kitchen area by service windows handwashing sink removed. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Person in charge stated it was degreaser and labeled accordingly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in back kitchen area by service door ice machine mold like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on east side of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area over fryers hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed in back kitchen area by chicken make station multiple reach in cooler door handles soiled with dried food particles.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed in front service area across from soda machine, handwashing sink is covered by a permanent counter top and is inaccessible.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on East side of building.
Food stored on floor. Observed in back kitchen area pickle buck stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area over fryers hood filters soiled with grease. 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.
Mar 7, 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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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in back kitchen area next to Dish machine food containers wet nesting. Person in charge removed from shelves and placed in dishwasher.
Food stored on floor. Observed in main kitchen area a box of cooking oil on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and grill 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.
Oct 27, 2023Inspection 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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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and grill 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.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in main kitchen area by mop sink. Person in charge inverted mop.
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.