MICHAEL JOHN'S
1040 CARLTON ARMS BLVD, Bradenton FL 34208 · 941.685.6287
Last inspected May 18, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 21 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 lasagna not date marked.Person in charge stated it was prepared on 2/10/25 and date marked accordingly.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
May 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar area.Person in charge printed a sign.
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in upright reach in cooler raw ground beef over intact end beef steaks.educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed raw ground beef.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access.observed behind building on mop sink 2 way hose split no back flow device.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed hood filters soiled with grease in main kitchen area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior door not self closer. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jun 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe raw shrimp in single door flip top make station on cook line with raw shrimp over mushrooms. Operator moved products from below shrimp.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in middle bar area with glass brush in it. Operator removed brush.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator replaced paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of degreaser not labeled. Operator removed bottle to be labeled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed co2 tanks not properly secured.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil on floor in kitchen next to reach-in cooler near back door. Employee moved oil of the floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs for cleaning and sanitizing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over fryer with build up of dust and grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior door from,I then without a self closer.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler on cook line across from stove.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish being thawed in standing water under 3 compartment sink. Educated employees on proper thawing. Employee placed fish under running water.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 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 beef dairy. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the hand out in English and Spanish. Person in charge removed raw beef.
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 lasagna not date marked.Person in charge stated it was prepared on 2/10/25 and date marked accordingly.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in bar area. Person in charge secured tanks.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Person in charge removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over fryer and grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of the main kitchen area.
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area raw Beef over Butter. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw Beef.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen area. Person in charge cleaned ice bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area Reach in cooler on cooks line gaskets soiled with dried food particles.
Oct 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in upright Reach in cooler in front kitchen area raw Ground Beef over Beef roast. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed the Raw ground Beef.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on salad make station in main kitchen area employee beverage on cutting board. Educated Person in charge on employee beverages on food preparation table. Employee removed beverage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area above fryers and stove range hood filters soiled with grease.
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