KEKE'S INC.
1121 CORTEZ RD W, Bradenton FL 34207 · 864-597-8490
Last inspected Mar 5, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 41 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 on cooks line cooked turkey sausage date marked 7/11/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019053908 | Sep 19, 2019 | Nov 4, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on cooks line reach in cooler cheese (55F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (57F - Cold Holding).educated Person in charge on cold holding foods.Person in charge stated that the product had been filled above the fill line for approximately 1 hour and placed both items below in the reach in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.observed in walk-in cooler ceiling vent soiled with mold like substance
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hoods soiled with grease.
Open dumpster lid.Person in charge closed lid.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 on cooks line cooked turkey sausage date marked 7/11/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.observed on cooks line, an employee cracked raw shell eggs,touched food contact surface on plate with a cooked omelette on plate and failed to change gloves and wash hands after cracking raw shell eggs.Educated Person in charge on glove use and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.employee placed plate in soiled dish area,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observe on service line butter on food prep table no time stamp. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. observed in reach in cooler on cooks line cooked turkey sausage date marked 7/11/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. observed on cooks line, an employee cracked raw shell eggs,touched food contact surface on plate with a cooked omelette on plate and failed to change gloves and wash hands after cracking raw shell eggs.Educated Person in charge on glove use and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.employee placed plate in soiled dish area,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler on cooks line cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated they had been in the reach in cooler for approximately 1 hour and place food back in the walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observe on service line butter on food prep table no time stamp. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in back kitchen area soiled utensils in handwashing sink.Person in charge removed and washed sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in dish washing area food storage pans wet nesting. Person in charge separated pans. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 28, 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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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in dish washing area food storage pans wet nesting. Person in charge separated pans.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.observed Garbage on pad around dumpster on south end of building. Person in charge cleaned up area.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk-in freezer in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed in main kitchen area by grill reach in cooler 5 raw Shell eggs with cracks. Person in charge discarded shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler next to grill in main kitchen area Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Ham (51F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated the product had been in the cooler for approximately 1 hour and placed it in the walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on beard guard and washed hands.
Floor area covered with standing water in dishwasher area. Person in charge mopped floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Garbage on pad around dumpster on south end of building.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid. Person in charge closed lid
Dec 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Turkey (49F - Cold Holding); Sliced Tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Ham (48F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated the cooler was not working properly and called for repair. Person in charge stated that the food product had been in the refrigerator for approximately 1.5 hours. Person in charge moved all to another Reach in cooler.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dec 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Turkey (49F - Cold Holding); Sliced Tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Ham (48F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated the cooler was not working properly and called for repair. Person in charge stated that the food product had been in the refrigerator for approximately 1.5 hours. Person in charge moved all to another Reach in cooler.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed on multiple employees handling/ preparing food bracelets,watches and rings.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in dish room area.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer in main kitchen area.
Jul 21, 2023Inspection 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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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area Walk in cooler gasket soiled with mold like substance.
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.