MILLER'S ALE HOUSE
7175 SR 64 E, Bradenton FL 34212
Last inspected Feb 13, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored over raw beef roast in the walk in cooler. Manager placed the ground beef below the beef roast.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025044371 | May 7, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee touch their fax then handle clean utensils without washing their hands. Operator had them wash their hands.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Chris expired 1/3/26
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for their sink and surface sanitizer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal items on the cook and prep lines. Operator removed them.
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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees working on the cook line with bracelets on. Operator had them removed them.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs stored on the oven door. Operator removed them.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple old labels stuck to clean dishes. Operator began to remove them.
Oct 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans of marinara dented at the seams. Manager placed the cans aside for a refund.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw chicken then changed gloves and handled clean utensils without washing their hands. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized, washed their hands and changed gloves.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels provided at the hand wash sink in the bar area. Employee placed paper towels at the hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at one of the hand wash sinks in the bar area. Employee placed soap at the hand wash sink.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Wall in the dishwasher area behind the sprayer hose soiled.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized.
May 8, 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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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on the cook line.
May 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cooked chicken in the walk in cooler. Manager removed the chicken.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Manager discarded the salmon.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All the following items were stored in the top section of the reach in cooler on the right side of the cook line; Blue cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); Cheddar cheese (55F - Cold Holding); Leafy greens (57F - Cold Holding); Cooked eggs (54F - Cold Holding). Manager stated the items were stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Manager discarded the items. Butter (79F - Cold Holding) stored at room temperature in the back preparation area of the kitchen. Manager stated the butter was stored at room temperature over overnight. Manager discarded the butter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All the following items were stored in the top section of the reach in cooler on the right side of the cook line; Blue cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); Cheddar cheese (55F - Cold Holding); Leafy greens (57F - Cold Holding); Cooked eggs (54F - Cold Holding). Manager stated the items were stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Manager discarded the items. Butter (79F - Cold Holding) stored at room temperature in the back preparation area of the kitchen. Manager stated the butter was stored at room temperature over overnight. Manager discarded the butter.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at the hand washing sink in the bar area. Employee placed soap at the hand washing sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Several portions cups used as scoop in the kitchen. Manager removed the cups.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Manager discarded the salmon.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on the cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on a cutting board on the cook line. Employee removed the phone and the cutting board to be sanitized and
Dec 13, 2024□ 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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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of the convection oven on the left side of the cook line.
Dec 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw chicken change their gloves and handled clean plates without washing their hands. Employee removed the plates to be sanitized washed their hands and changed gloves.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored over raw beef roast in the walk in cooler. Manager placed the ground beef below the beef roast.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken (88F - Reheating ); stored in steam table on the cook line. Employee stated the chicken was place in the steam table to reheat appropriately 3 hours prior. Manager discarded the chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All the following items were stored the the top section of the reach in cooler on the right side of the cook line. Blue cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); Cooked eggs (55F - Cold Holding); Cheddar cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Cut lettuce (61F - Cold Holding). Manager stated the items had been stored in the reach in cooler for approximately 2.5 hours. Manager placed bags of ice on all the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Chicken (88F - Reheating ); stored in steam table on the cook line. Employee stated the chicken was place in the steam table to reheat appropriately 3 hours prior. Manager discarded the chicken.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to food in the wait station area. Manager removed the bottle.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at the hand washing sinks in the bar area. Manager placed soap at the hand washing sinks.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in the back preparation area soiled.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of the convection oven on the left side of the cook line.
Feb 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed heavily grooved cutting board on single door flip top
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour bin not labeled. Managerlabeled.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.