CRAZY PORK
5479 FACTORY SHOPS BLVD, Ellenton FL 34222 · 813-900-9922
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 30 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/1/25
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023037947 | May 18, 2023 | Sep 5, 2023 | $160 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with cut marks making it no longer cleanable.
Apr 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medication stored next to and above ready to eat buns. Operator removed medication.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen chicken stored in reach in deep freezer in direct contact with non food grade bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items Sour Cream (51F - Cold Holding); Hot Dog (57F - Cold Holding) above 41F in reach in cooler. Operator stated it was out for a little over 30 minutes. Observed Tapioca Boba (80F - Cold Holding) at room temp on back counter. Operator placed reach in cooler items in walk in cooler. Time plan emailed to operator.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no water at handwashing sink next to ice machine. Operator turned water on.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle in dressing in reach in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with cut marks making it no longer cleanable.
Dec 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/1/25
Dec 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/1/25
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in their make table: Pork (50F - Cold Holding); Chopped lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they struck the cooler approximately 3hrs ago. Operator placed the items in the walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed their both hand sinks blocked. Operator cleared them out.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Observed no test kit for their chlorine triple sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the restaurant at all.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no paper the kitchen hand sink not functioning at this time.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed their make table cutting board deeply grooved.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fans.
Dec 16, 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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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee eat food then put on gloves without washing his hands. Operator had him wash his hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/1/25
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in their make table: Pork (50F - Cold Holding); Chopped lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they struck the cooler approximately 3hrs ago. Operator placed the items in the walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed their both hand sinks blocked. Operator cleared them out.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Observed no test kit for their chlorine triple sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the restaurant at all.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no paper the kitchen hand sink not functioning at this time.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up in their ice machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed their make table cutting board deeply grooved.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of rice stored on the floor of the walk in cooler.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fans.
Apr 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on flip top reach in heavily grooved.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several missing floor tiles in kitchen area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet at kitchen hand sink not shutting off.
Jan 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current license expired 12/24.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strip on site.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front hand sink. Owner replaced.
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. Observed one employee with no written plan in place.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic portion cup in nacho cheese container. Owner removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed three c02 tanks not secured at rear of kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on flip top reach in heavily grooved.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several missing floor tiles in kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest reach in freezer.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet at kitchen hand sink not shutting off.
Stored food not covered. Observed three smoothies in reach in freezer with no lids.
Aug 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strip on premise.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sinks. Owner put napkins at sinks.
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. Observed two employees with no written plan.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 co2 tanks not secured in rear of kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed heavily grooved yellow cutting board in kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in kitchen cracked and missing.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Water line on kitchen handwashing sink plugged and water not running.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection 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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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed three helium tanks at rear of kitchen not secure.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board heavily grooved.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometer in walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash signs in food court public restrooms.
Nov 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 23, 2023Call 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 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. No proof of current food handler training on site.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. C02 tank not secured at soda syrup rack.
Aug 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. No proof of current food handler training on site.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle in ice machine. Operator removed bowl.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. C02 tank not secured at soda syrup rack.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed three heavily grooved cutting boards in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles in reach in cooler not labeled.
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