HI WAY BAR AND GRILL
420 301 BLVD E, Bradenton FL 34208 · 727-313-2035
Last inspected Sep 30, 2025 · 6 visits since July 2023
JAN 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
SEP 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021015699 | Mar 8, 2021 | May 11, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Person in charge cleaned bin.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.Person in charge secured tanks.
Food stored on floor.observed bottled water and juice stored on floor in walk-in cooler and back storage area.Person in charge removed from floor.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west side of kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed in main kitchen area employee engaging in food preparation with bracelets. Employee removed and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. observed in bar area soda gun soiled.Person in charge cleaned soda gun
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west side of kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in reach in cooler cheese and cut tomatoes not time stamped. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge stated they were prepared on 1/29/25 and date marked accordingly.
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. 1 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. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout Person in charge printed a copy and had all employees sign and date. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged with some openings up to an inch above refrigeration, three compartment sink near ice machine, and above preparation area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers 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 doors off main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw shell egg over cut cabbage. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the safe refrigerator storage.
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. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout Person in charge printed a copy and had all employees sign and date. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged with some openings up to an inch above refrigeration, three compartment sink near ice machine, and above preparation area. - 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 doors off main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 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. Printed a copy for Person in charge. Person in charge read and signed agreement.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged with some openings up to an inch above refrigeration, three compartment sink near ice machine, and above preparation area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food stored on floor. Observed in Walk in cooler cans of soda stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floors
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors off main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jul 24, 2023Inspection 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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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged with some openings up to an inch above refrigeration, three compartment sink near ice machine, and above preparation area. - 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 off main kitchen area.
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