JERSEY BROTHERS PIZZA
8744 STATE ROAD 70 EAST, Bradenton FL 34202 · 941-782-8820
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 30 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license over 60 days.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024037634 | May 22, 2024 | Feb 3, 2025 | $320 |
| 7--2024024805 | Mar 20, 2024 | Aug 22, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener. Operator removed it to clean.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the front handwashing sink. Operator stocked.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed the shelving in the back storage area rusting.
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the slicer blade guard soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned it.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee without a hair restraint. Operator corrected.
Aug 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 18, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license over 60 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener on back table and soiled slicer and blade guard.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no CFM proof or certificate available. No CFM present.
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. Observed no proof of any food handler training for employees.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator timing and logging pizzas on a control sheet. They did not have the written plan completed.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed cove tile pulling away from the wall around the bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent in the customer restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 cutting boards with deep grooves and not easily cleanable.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall above the triple sink with a black mold like substance.
Oct 15, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license over 60 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener on back table and soiled slicer and blade guard.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no CFM proof or certificate available. No CFM present.
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. Observed no proof of any food handler training for employees.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator timing and logging pizzas on a control sheet. They did not have the written plan completed.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed cove tile pulling away from the wall around the bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent in the customer restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 cutting boards with deep grooves and not easily cleanable.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall above the triple sink with a black mold like substance.
Aug 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license over 60 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener on back table and soiled slicer and blade guard.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no CFM proof or certificate available. No CFM present.
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. Observed no proof of any food handler training for employees.
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 illness reporting forms completed but not all.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator timing and logging pizzas on a control sheet. They did not have the written plan completed.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed cove tile pulling away from the wall around the bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent in the customer restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 cutting boards with deep grooves and not easily cleanable.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall above the triple sink with a black mold like substance.
May 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license over 60 days.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
Mar 20, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license over 60 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener on back table. Operator removed for cleaning.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
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 illness reporting forms completed but not all.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator timing and logging pizzas on a control sheet. They did not have the written plan completed.
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
Nov 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.observed3 dented cans of black olives and 1 dented can of artichoke hearts. Owner removed from shelf.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Owner couldn't find probe thermometer.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed white unlabeled spray bottle at chemical shelf. Owner threw out.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of bacon and a case of fries stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Owner moved product to shelf.
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.