GULF DRIVE CAFE
900 GULF DR N, Bradenton Beach FL 34217 · 941-799-0199
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
APR 24
JAN 25
FEB 25
JUL 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding); Pooled egg (50F - Cold Holding) Operator opened freezer door and iced food products.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed smoked salmon on speed rack in walk-in cooler over cheese. Operator moved the smoked salmon to below the ready to eat items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced paper towel.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed card board lining all shelf's in walk-coolers. Operator was in the process of removing the card board.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom shelf of table next to flat grill with rust pitted surface.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water on cook line. Operator removed utensils for cleaning and discarded water.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon on sipped rack in walk-in cooler above American cheese. Operator moved smoked salmon to bottom rack.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings at 46F in walk- in cooler on right side of cooler. Operator stated wings had been there for approximately 2hr. Operator placed bags of ice on chicken wings to bring down temperature.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed solo cups being used to dispense seasoning in kitchen on bottom shelf of food preparation table across from 3 compartment sink. Operator removed solo cups.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with cut marks.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on food preparation table in kitchen across from fryers. Operator remove beverage.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. E-mailed operator a copy of the choking poster. Operator printed and hung choking poster.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the bottom of single door make station across from 3 compartment sink. Operator cleaned up water.
Feb 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cell phone on shelf next to food products.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe beneath 3 compartment sink leaking on floor.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn ripped tin foil being used to cover bottom shelf in kitchen.
Feb 6, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking raw eggs and then not washing hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade bags being used.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed Canadian bacon in same container and on top of raw breakfast sausage in walk in cooler on bottom shelf.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over potatoes in walk in cooler on bottom shelf.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee observed washing hands with gloves on. Operator corrected employee to wash hands and then put on gloves.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken wings 50F, Chorizo 46F, cut lettuce 45F, water melon 45F, smoked salmon 45F, rice pudding 45F, beef jus47F, butter 48F, chowder 50F, cooked rice 51F, pimento cheese. 48F, Spivey feta 48F, cheese grits 44F. Operator stated that food had been in cooler from day before. Operator voluntarily discarded products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken wings 50F, Chorizo 46F, cut lettuce 45F, water melon 45F, smoked salmon 45F, rice pudding 45F, beef jus47F, butter 48F, chowder 50F, cooked rice 51F, pimento cheese. 48F, Spivey feta 48F, cheese grits 44F. Operator stated items had been in cooler from day before. Operator voluntarily discarded products.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed oven cleaner on shelf next to food products.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer to strong. Operator corrected sanitizer to 100ppm.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags without last day used.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand wash sink to fill sanitizer bucket.
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 2 employee without signed health reporting agreements. Operator printed forms to have employees read and sign.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl being used to dispense grits. Operator removed bowl.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cell phone on shelf next to food products.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees engaged engaged in food preparation wearing a bracelet.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food prep without a hair restraints.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil being stored on the floor outside kitchen door. Operator fryer on ground outside kitchen door. Operator moved oils to shelf. Operator moved fryer oil to shelf.
Food stored outside. Observed plastic bottled water being stored outside kitchen on ground.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of spoon in food product.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with grease and dried food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old food labels on containers on clean dish rack.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe beneath 3 compartment sink leaking on floor.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn ripped tin foil being used to cover bottom shelf in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of food without label in walk in cooler on second shelf.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over gyro meat in reach drawer cook line. Operator moved raw fish to below gyro meat.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags with out last day marked.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on food shelves below food prep table across from flat top grill.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knife being stored between equipment. Educated operator on storing knives properly. Operator removed knife for cleaning and sanitizing.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sinks.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve plates not inverted. Operator inverted single serve plates.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary wiping cloth solution at 0 ppm. Operator corrected quaternary sanitizer to 200ppm.
Apr 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding); Pooled egg (50F - Cold Holding) Operator opened freezer door and iced food products.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at hand wash sink. Operator replaced towel.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Back packs and speaker on food shelf. Operator removed belongings.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Manager is going to print and hang hand washing sign at hand wash sink.
Oct 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 some employees with no written plan.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no signs at hand sinks.
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