HAYDEES RESTAURANT LLC
5803 15 ST E UNIT 3, Bradenton FL 34203 · 941-462-0456
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed in main kitchen area approximately 15 flies landing on food and single service containers. Observed in dining area approximately 10 flies.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023070817 | Dec 13, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $800 |
| 7--2023049802 | Jul 20, 2023 | Oct 5, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 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 →
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in main kitchen area cooked beef (110F - Hot Holding).Person in charge placed on stove to reheat. beef start time 8:35am. end time 8:40am (178F - Reheating).As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
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Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.observe on cutting board wet wiping cloth.Person in charge placed in sanitizer.
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on cooks line beef (119F - Hot Holding). Educated Person in charge on hot holding foods. Person in charge placed on stove to reheat. beef start time 10:30am end time 10:45am (178F - Reheating)
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in back kitchen area broken tile around floor drain.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food stored on floor.observed in front kitchen by cash register soda stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on north side of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in upright reach in cooler raw chicken over raw pork.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed raw chicken.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in back kitchen area broken tile around floor drain.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on north side of building.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.Person in charge inverted to dry.
Oct 30, 2024Inspection 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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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in back kitchen area broken tile around floor drain.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on north side of building.
Feb 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed in main kitchen area Triple Sink (Chlorine 000ppm). Person in charge refilled Chlorine sanitizer and retested at 100 ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Reach in cooler on cooks line,Beef Steak (50F - Cold Holding); Pico De Gallo (47F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated that the cooler accidentally got unplugged. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items and plugged in Reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in cooler on cooks line,Beef Steak (50F - Cold Holding); Pico De Gallo (47F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated that the cooler accidentally got unplugged. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items and plugged in Reach in cooler.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed on multiple employees in main kitchen area engaging in food preparation with rings and bracelets. Educated Person in charge on Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. All employees remove Jewelry and washed hands.
Dec 14, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on east side of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Dec 13, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed in main kitchen area approximately 15 flies landing on food and single service containers. Observed in dining area approximately 10 flies.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in main kitchen area in upright Reach in cooler Raw Pork over cheese. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge removed raw pork.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drain in back kitchen area. Person in charge emptied 3 compartment sink and gray waste water backed up In drain in back kitchen area. Please note it had an objectionable odor.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in main kitchen area flies landed on cheese on food table. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge voluntarily discarded cheese. Observed in main kitchen area multiple flies landing on single service food containers. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge voluntarily discarded ss food containers.
Employee eating in a food preparation area in main kitchen area. Employee removed food to dining area.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on east side of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over fryers hood filters soiled with grease.
Jul 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area across from entree make station raw ground sausage over Cheese and mayonnaise. Educated Person in charge and explained safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in main kitchen area employee with gloves on lifted garbage lid to throw out trash, started food preparation and failed to change gloves and wash hands. Educated Person in charge on glove use and Handwashing and emailed a copy to Person in charge. Employee removed gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in main kitchen area blocked with food delivery. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge removed food boxes in front of Handwashing sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on east side of building.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed in back kitchen area 3cs setup with 2 wash compartments and no rinse or sanitizer compartments. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge. Person in charge setup 3cs correctly. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Missing drain plug at dumpster on East side of building.
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.