PIER 22 RESTAURANT
1200 1 AVE W #200, Bradenton FL 34205 · 941.748.8087
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. 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. Observed raw steak stored over raw fish in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the products.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021027736 | May 19, 2021 | Jul 14, 2021 | $200 |
| 7--2018019196 | Apr 5, 2018 | Apr 27, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Observed bar dishwasher chlorine measuring 0ppm. Establishment will wash all bar glassware in kitchen dishwasher per chef.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle on soda gun in bar area soiled. Employee removed nozzle to be sanitized.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on cook line reach in cooler.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic food containers on drying shelf in dishwashing area wet nesting.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop in bar area in direct contact with ice. Chef removed scoop from ice.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between cutting board and reach in cooler. Chef removed knife.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board on reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed wiping cloth.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guards in primary walk in cooler soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour removed from packaging and placed in rolling container without label. Employee labeled flour container.
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed seared tuna stored above cooked vegetables in reach in cooler. Employee removed tuna from above the vegetables.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled at drink station in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 4x3 hole in dry storage ceiling.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks on cutting boards on cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed produce in basket stored on floor is beverage cooler. Manager removed from floor.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple containers not identifiable and not labeled. Employee labeled containers.
Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Observed an employee go form dirty to clean dishes without changing his gloves or washing their hands. Operator had them do both and rerun the dishes.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked beef in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored over raw fish in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line steam table: Cheese sauce (70F - Hot Holding); Soup (70F - Hot Holding). Operator stated they had been heated in the burners approximately 1hr ago. Operator placed them back in the burners to reheat.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a container of sanitizer and hand sanitizer stored next to food in the bakery area. Operator removed it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee shucking oysters in a hand wash sink. Operator had them move their station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ready to eat chicken not properly date marked. Operator marked it accordingly.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple heavily grooved cutting boards.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee personal food stored in the liquor walk in cooler. Operator removed it.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease buildup on and around the receptacle.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the reach in freezer.
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing sanitizer fluid not labeled. Manager placed labels on the bottles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on the cook line.
Food stored on floor. Container of pickles and mushrooms stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Manager placed the items on a shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in the walk in freezer on the shelves and the floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in standing water in the bar area. Employee removed and sanitized the utensils.
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over ready to eat sandwiches in reach in cooler. Chef moved salmon to bottom shelf.
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Observed no tag on mussels in flip top cooler. Chef placed tag in pan.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on flip top cooler. Manager threw cutting board out and put new one out.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food prep employee on serving line with wrist watch on. Employee removed watch.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy ice buildup in walk in freezer. Technician on site to repair freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops in pan of water at 78f. Manager removed pan of scoops.
Nov 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 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. Observed in walk in cooler in main kitchen area French onion soup (55F - Cooling) Person in charge stated it had placed in the reach in cooler on 10/29/24. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw shell eggs over salad mix and washed produce. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler in main kitchen area French onion soup (55F - Cooling) Person in charge stated it had placed in the reach in cooler on 10/29/24. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on beard guard and washed hands.
Open dumpster lid on north end of property. Person in charge closed lid.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
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 grooved cutting board on flip top reach in cooler in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottles on food line. Chef labeled bottles.
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.