MATTISON'S RIVERWALK LLC
101 RIVERFRONT BLVD #120, Bradenton FL 34205 · 941.896.9660
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the bar cooler: Heavy whipping cream (48F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been there for approximately 2hrs. Operator moved it to a working cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025038872 | Apr 17, 2025 | Jun 12, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 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 Pico De Gallo.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb utilizing splitter with no vacuum breaker attached.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on bottom shelf of prep table.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single service use cups used as scoop with no handle stored in multiple food containers in kitchen.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile above prep table missing.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine in kitchen area measuring (Chlorine 0ppm). Chef set up three compartment sink with a new ready of (Quaternary 200ppm). Chef call dish machine technician.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on cutting board on cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service pizza boxes stored on floor of dry storage area.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guards in produce walk in cooler soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floors in dishwashing area.
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher in server area stored on floor.
Mar 31, 2026Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meat stored above cooked ribs in the walk in cooler. Operator swapped them.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed their sanitizer buckets at 350ppm quaternary. Operator remade them to 200ppm.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed debris buildup on the doors of the dish machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple single service cups used as scoops. Operator removed them.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed their make table cutting boards grooved.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed a tool case stored above canned food in the back storage area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed their sanitizer buckets stored on the floor of the kitchen. Operator double bucketed them.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed their server station fire extinguisher in the red.
Feb 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee rinse a knife in their hand sink.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed lime buildup inside their dish machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored above food products in the front server station and the back storage area. Operator removed them.
Dec 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed their first aid kit and a bandaid container stored on top of boxed flour. Operator removed them.
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.
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw shell eggs stored in the top part of a make table over cooked noodles. Operator removed the eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the bar cooler: Heavy whipping cream (48F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been there for approximately 2hrs. Operator moved it to a working cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of sanitizer tablets stored with seasonings. Operator removed them.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee rinse a knife in their hand sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed their ahi tuna and poached eggs not identified as raw on their menu covered by the consumer advisory.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black buildup inside their ice machine.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed lime buildup inside their dish machine.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed their clean dishes stored in a rusted shelf.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored above food products in the front server station and the back storage area. Operator removed them.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed multiple sanitizer buckets stored on the floor of the kitchen.
Jun 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles and vents with grease/black build up.
Apr 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cooked chicken in the cook line reach in cooler. Operator moved the chicken.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the cook line sink with a bucket inside of it and observed the server sink with ice inside of it.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the bar hand sink. Operator placed some there.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plans for their 4hr disposal butter they keep on the cook line. Emailed and went over the paperwork with the operator.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles and vents with grease/black build up.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a phone on the cook line and personal bags stored on top of parchment paper on the prep table.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at the bar and warewashing hand sink. Operator placed new signs.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed no mop sink for the establishment despite it existing on their previously submitted plans.
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw salmon over washed produce and wasabi paste. Person in charge removed salmon. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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 a copy of the handout to person in charge. Person in charge made copies and had all employees that are currently working read and sign agreement. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Observed in main kitchen area can opener soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Person in charge placed in dishwasher area.
Bottled water and soda stored on floor in dry storage room. Person in charge stated they were not delivered today. Person in charge removed from floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package in walk in cooler. Person in charge removed from package.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed in main kitchen area employee cell phone on slicer. Employee removed cell phone and washed hands.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at bar and by fountain beverage station beverage glasses wet nesting. Person in charge separated to air dry.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked ribs in walk-in cooler. Chef moved ribs.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid in it. Chef labeled bottle.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed heavily grooved blue cutting board on food line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jacket on food prep table. Chef moved.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris buildup interior of microwave.
Oct 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food build up on slicer housing.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink slimy substance interior of ice machine. Manager cleaned.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with handle in flour inside flour drum. Operator removed scoop.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board with grooves.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door plate missing on pizza station reach in cooler door.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors in front of fryers untreated concrete.
Food stored on floor. Observed three cases of fryer oil stored on the floor in dry storage area. Operator placed on shelf.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink inside 2 door flip topreach in cooler. Employee removed drink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottles inside 2 door flip top cooler.
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