JOEY D'S CHICAGO STYLE EATERY INC
6401 MANATEE AVE W, Bradenton FL 34209 · 941.753.8900
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Chicken wings (59F - Cooling); stored in the small reach in cooler next to the fryers on the cook line. Manager stated the covered container of chicken wings were placed in the reach in cooler the day before to cool. Manager discarded the chicken wings.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $280
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017043678 | Jul 24, 2017 | Sep 28, 2017 | $280 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ready to eat cheese on the cook line. Operator moved the beef.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their prep hand sink used to dump ice. Reviewed its proper use with the operator.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed like buildup inside the dish machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles on the cook line with grease buildup.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. The operator was unable to provide their up to date license.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers not inverted. Operator inverted them.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed their cook line fire exit door blocked.
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in pizza area and cook line with soil and stains.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on cook line make station with cut marks.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom shelves of food preparation tables next to fryer and across from fryers with rust pitted surfaces.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed 1/4 " gap on door on right side of exit door in pizza area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in 2 door reach in cooler on pizza line across from oven. Operator replaced thermometer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employees must wash hand sign at hand washing sink located in dish area. Operator replaced handwashing sign.
Aug 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 #10 cans on can rack with dent at seals. Operator voluntarily removed cans for return to suppliers.
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator discontinued using dish machine for sanitizing and set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee start to put on gloves without washing hands. Manager stopped employee from putting on gloves. Manager educated employee on handwashing before putting on gloves. Employee washed hands then put on gloves.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed pest emitting strip at beer taps. Operator removed and discarded pest emitting strips.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees drinks drinks on food storage rack next to seasonings. Operator removed drinks.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between equipment across from fryers. Operator removed knife for cleaning and sanitizing.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towel under cutting board on cook line. Operator removed towels.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed foil single serve pans not inverted on rack on cook line next to warmers. Operator inverted foil pans.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed pest emitting strips on beer tap in server area. Operator removed and discarded strips
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lids open. Operatorclosedlids.
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near fryers. Operator replaced towels.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cases of soda syrup on floor in back storage area. Operator stated the soda had just been delivered. Operator moved soda to shelf.
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 scoop in sugar. Operator removed scoop.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
Jan 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Chicken wings (59F - Cooling); stored in the small reach in cooler next to the fryers on the cook line. Manager stated the covered container of chicken wings were placed in the reach in cooler the day before to cool. Manager discarded the chicken wings.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Chicken wings (59F - Cooling); stored in the small reach in cooler next to the fryers on the cook line. Manager stated the covered container of chicken wings were placed in the reach in cooler the day before to cool. Manager discarded the chicken wings.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 3 cans of marinara sauce stored in the dry storage area dented at the seams. Manager placed the items aside for a refund.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer reading 00ppm. Manager called the technician and set up a sanitizer bay in the three compartment sink.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Gallon containers of cleaning fluid stored over single service Togo boxes and plates in the dry storage area. Manager removed the single service items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute on both the soda machines in the wait station area soiled.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the dishmachine.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks stored in walk in cooler #1 and the stand up reach in cooler in the wait station area. Manager removed the drinks.
Sep 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dry storage racks in cook line area soiled. Dish machine racks soiled.
Jul 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 5 cans of tomatoes dented at the seams. Manager set cans aside for refund.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled dirty plastic cups and clean plastic cups without washing hands. Employee washed hands and re-washed the plastic cups.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausages (126F - Hot Holding); Cooked peppers (120F - Hot Holding); stored in hot holding on the cook line. Manager stated the items had been in hot holding for approximately 1.5 hours. Manager reheated the sausage to 171F and the cooked peppers to 168F and placed them in hot holding on the grill.
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. Emailed hand outs. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Ice machine outside of back door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard used to line dry storage shelves on cook line. Manager removed cardboard. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under dishwasher and three compartment sink soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Several Knives stored in cracks of equipment on the cook line. Manager removed knives to be sanitized. 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. Dry storage racks in cook line area soiled. Dish machine racks soiled.
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