EL WARIKE RESTAURANT
4226B 26 ST W, Bradenton FL 34205 · 941.755.4222
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on the back left corner of the dry storage floor. Operator had them their employee sweep and mop the area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $2,720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025089617 | Dec 16, 2025 | Jan 22, 2026 | $800 |
| 7--2025038512 | Apr 16, 2025 | Jun 16, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2024027732 | Apr 5, 2024 | Jun 6, 2024 | $120 |
| 7--2016019950 | Apr 1, 2016 | Jun 8, 2016 | $800 |
| 7--2015022258 | May 8, 2015 | Nov 25, 2015 | $200 |
| 7--2015018665 | Apr 23, 2015 | May 22, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked shrimp inside reach in standing cooler. Operator corrected storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items below 41F Garlic with Oil (50F - Cold Holding); Plantains (49F - Cold Holding). Items listed were placed in reach in cooler 2 hours prior to inspection per operator. Operator placed items in standing reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle stored next to single service sauce cups on bottom shelf of prep table. Operator removed chemical.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not smooth or easily cleanable throughout kitchen.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2025 license posted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in cooler with cut marks.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed 2 inch gap above screen exterior door of kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near fryers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles missing from kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of oil stored on floor of dry storage room.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled near cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table not inside sanitizer solution.
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher stored on floor not in designated location.
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed rice stored in a non-food grade bag. Reviewed the proper materials with the operator.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and fish stored over ready to eat products in their reach in cooler. Operator over them.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed a filet of commercial reduced oxygen packaged tuna not removed from its package and thawed. Operator disposed of the product willingly.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed a filet of commercial reduced oxygen packaged tuna not removed from its package and thawed. Operator disposed of the product willingly.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed their plaza dumpster rusted out.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a wet wiping cloth under their cutting board. Operator swapped it out.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on their hood filters.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed their to-go boxes not inverted. Operator inverted them
Dec 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple tiles damaged in the restaurant.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed their dry dishes rack rusted,
Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed their dumpster rusted out in the back.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up on the receptacle and the ground around it.
Dec 17, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/1/25.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed their kitchen hand sink with no access to hot water.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple tiles damaged in the restaurant.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed their dry dishes rack rusted,
Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed their dumpster rusted out in the back.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed the floor under the cook line with heavy grease build up.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up on the receptacle and the ground around it.
Dec 16, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 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 priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/1/25.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on the back left corner of the dry storage floor. Operator had them their employee sweep and mop the area.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash their hands in the triple sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed their kitchen hand sink with no access to hot water.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl buried in their flour container.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple tiles damaged in the restaurant.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed their dry dishes rack rusted,
Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed their dumpster rusted out in the back.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed the floor under the cook line with heavy grease build up.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up on the receptacle and the ground around it.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Observed their grease receptacle open.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a wet wiping cloth under the cutting board.
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Observed their back fire exit door locked. Operator unlocked it.
Apr 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish stored over unwashed lettuce in the right side reach in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and chicken stored over cooked rice and seafood in the left side reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line counter: Ambient shell eggs (85F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 1hr. Instructed the employees of proper holding temperature.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed glass cleaner stored above their right side reach in cooler. Operator removed it.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a damaged ceiling tile in the back storage area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease build up on the floor under the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back exit door to the kitchen not self closing.
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over salad mix and cut tomatoes. Educated person in charge and printed a copy of safe refrigerator storage in Spanish. Person in charge removed raw beef.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler raw chicken over raw beef. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and printed a copy in Spanish. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
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..only 2 employees and the both signed the form I provided for them. They read and signed form. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor tiles missing in front of 3 compartment sink.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters dripping with grease and extremely soiled. Observed throughout entire kitchen area reach in cooler and reach in cooler door handle soiled with grease and food debris.
Observed rice stored on floor in back kitchen area. Person in charge removed from floor.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Apr 5, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 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. Observed two employees with no written plan in place.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical tiles in place in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with water stains above hood in kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 4 cracked floor tiles in kitchen by storage room.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in front chest freezer.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink removed from back room.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear kitchen exit door with no self closer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed back kitchen wall over doorway heavily soiled with grease.
Feb 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 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. Observed two employees with no written plan in place.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water spigot broken at rear kitchen hand sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical tiles in place in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with water stains above hood in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse and jacket on food prep table. Employee removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of rear exterior dining room door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 4 cracked floor tiles in kitchen by storage room.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in front chest freezer.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink removed from back room.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear kitchen exit door with no self closer.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry towels hanging on oven handle. Operator removed towels and use.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed back kitchen wall over doorway heavily soiled with grease.
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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. Observed no written plan in place for employees.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical ceiling tiles in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several water damaged ceiling tiles in kitchen area.
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no written plan in place.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer on site.
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 no written plan in place for employees.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical ceiling tiles in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several water damaged ceiling tiles in kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on flip top cooler.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on right bottom of exterior dining room door exit.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles throughout kitchen.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed handsink adjacent to open spice pans. Recommend splash guard on sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed bin of beans stored on the floor in back storage room.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease buildup on hood system.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed some coolers with no ambient thermometers in place.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed no self closing door hardware on rear exterior kitchen door.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall above rear doorway with heavy grease buildup.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in bucket of dirty water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Some squeeze bottles not labeled throughout kitchen
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.