JJ'S BACKYARD
3503 US 301, Ellenton FL 34222
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no plan or kit in place.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tanks near bar area not secured.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medication stored next to go lids. Near soda fountain dispenser. Employee removed medication.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle stored next to clean drinking glasses at bar. Employee removed spray bottle.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle at bar area soiled. Employee removed and cleaned nozzle.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels as handwashing sink by bar. Employee replaced paper towel dispenser.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No running water at mop sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tanks near bar area not secured.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food buildup in interior of microwave. Employee cleaned microwave.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in men's bathroom.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front kitchen hand sink. Operator replaced towels. no towels at back kitchen sink. no paper towels at bar hand sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of house made jalapeño poppers with no date. Operator stated prepared yesterday. Operator labeled container.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid at front counter. Operator labeled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 c02 tanks not secured in back kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of fryer oil on floor in kitchen. Operator moved to shelf.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed carton of raw shell eggs over cheese sauce and yogurt. Manager moved eggs to bottom shelf.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom left side of side exit door.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
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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 is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no plan or kit in place.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certified food manager certification on site.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen hand sink. Operator replaced towels.
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 food handler training 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 some employees with no written plan in place.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid in it on food prep table. Operator labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black slimy buildup interior of ice machine.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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 in place.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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 without written plan in place.
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.