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CRISTINAS COCINA LLC

5108 15 ST E, UNITS 5 & 6, Bradenton FL 34203

Last inspected Jan 23, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5105931
Grade history
APR 24
OCT 24
APR 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2025005113Jan 2, 2025Apr 9, 2025$160

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jan 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Person in charge filled paper towels
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink.Person in charge filed soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 2, 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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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.Person in charge had all employees read and sign agreement that we're working.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over Grill and fryers hood filters soiled with Grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed it in sanitizer solution.
Basic/21-12-4
Apr 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in reach in cooler cooked pork (47F - Cooling).Person in charge stated that it was placed in the reach in cooler on 4/6/25. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
High priority/03D-02-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler cooked pork (47F - Cooling).Person in charge stated that it was placed in the reach in cooler on 4/6/25. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
High priority/01B-02-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill 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 reach in cooler gaskets soiled with dry food debris..
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Observed over grill and fryers approximately 5 Ceiling tile missing.
Basic/36-36-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted mop.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 2, 2025 · At the time of the call back No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. Admin Complaint
Oct 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in upright Reach in cooler Cooked pork and Beef not date marked. Person in charge stated they were prepared on 10/23/24 and date marked accordingly. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over Grill and fryers hood filters soiled with Grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Apr 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet in shared bathroom.
Intermediate/32-11-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in upright Reach in cooler Cooked Chicken and Beef not date marked. Person in charge stated they were prepared on 4/7/24 and date marked accordingly.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed air hand dryer not working.
Basic/32-05-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over Grill and fryers hood filters soiled with Grease.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Person in charge inverted mop.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed over hood system approximately 5 ceiling tiles missing. Priority: Basic
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 20, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 10, 2024 · Time Extended
Mar 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
High priority/50-08-7/Warning/Return visit Mar 20, 2024 · Operator is in the application process but has to complete the application with DBPR. Per my supervisor a 30 day extension was given. Time Extended
Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed over hood system approximately 5 ceiling tiles missing. Priority: Basic
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Jan 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
High priority/50-08-7/Warning
Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in upright Reach in cooler in main kitchen area raw Shell Eggs over cabbage salad. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and printed a copy of the handout for Person in charge. Person in charge removed raw shell Eggs. Priority: High Priority
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Observed: 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. Educated Person in charge and printed a copy of the handout. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Observed: 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. Educated Person in charge and printed a copy of the handout to Person in charge. Person in charge read and signed the document Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed over hood system approximately 5 ceiling tiles missing. Priority: Basic
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Sep 18, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Still operating with an expired license. Admin Complaint
Jul 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over unwashed produce. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6/Warning

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.