RESTAURANT EDELWEISS
611 MANATEE AVE E, Bradenton FL 34208 · 941-748-3838
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
APR 24
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DEC 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed a copy for Person in charge and he trained and posted for employees.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025035207 | Apr 3, 2025 | May 20, 2025 | $600 |
| 7--2024032189 | Apr 29, 2024 | Jun 19, 2024 | $400 |
| 7--2023064738 | Oct 3, 2023 | Dec 11, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm). Person in charge called for service..
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed by dishwasher handwashing sink with a soiled dish.Person in charge removed and washed sink.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.observed 2 open drinks on food preparation table. Person in charge removed.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.observed single service food containers not inverted. Person in charge inverted..
Dec 4, 2025Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed in back kitchen area can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned can opener.
Observed 2 Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.employees put on beard guard and washed hands.
Apr 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 walk-in cooler cooked beef date marked 3/3/25. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 3/31/25 and date marked accordingly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on food prep table potato salad (52F - Cold Holding); spatzel (58F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated they had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed them back in the reach in cooler. Educated Person in charge on cold holding Time/temperature control for safety food.Person in charge placed both item in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in warming pan on cooks line mushroom cream sauce (121F - Hot Holding)educated Person in charge on hot holding food. Person in charge placed sauce on stove range to reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned can opener.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under tables and equipment in main kitchen area.
Peeled potato bucket stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler milk (52F - Cold Holding); sour cream and cucumber (53F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (54F - Cold Holding). Educated person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated all products had been in the reach in cooler since 11/12/24. Person in charge voluntarily discharged all product and called for repair. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler milk (52F - Cold Holding); sour cream and cucumber (53F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (54F - Cold Holding). Educated person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated all products had been in the reach in cooler since 11/12/24. Person in charge voluntarily discharged all product and called for repair. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed on cooks line food preparation table noodles (72F - Cold Holding); butter (76F - Cold Holding). Educated person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated both items had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed back in the reach in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrective Action TakenCorrective Action TakenRepeat ViolationAdmin Complaint**
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned can opener.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by dishwasher.
Apr 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Walk in cooler raw Bacon over Cheese. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw Bacon. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in Walk in cooler Beef Goulash date marked 4/17/24, Beef Goulash soup date marked 4/19/24. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge discarded both items.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in Walk in cooler Beef Goulash date marked 4/17/24, Beef Goulash soup date marked 4/19/24. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge discarded both items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in main kitchen area shell Egg mixture (72F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it was out for approximately hour and added ice to mixture. After adding ice Shell Egg mixture (38F - Cold Holding).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in main kitchen next to Reach in freezer, Handwashing sink with soiled dishes in sink. Person in charge removed soiled dishes.
Interference/obstruction with the inspector's right of entry and access at any reasonable time.
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. Observed in Reach in cooler on cooks line reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from package. Educated Person in charge on 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. Person in charge removed from ROP.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.
Jan 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Walk in cooler Raw Pork over cooked Pork. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage. Person in charge removed raw Pork.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in Walk in cooler raw Chicken over raw pork. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy of safe refrigerator storage.Person in charge removed raw Chicken.
Oct 3, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 dish machine sanitizer at 000ppm. Person in charge changed sanitizer chemical container and retested at 50ppm. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed a copy for Person in charge and he trained and posted for employees.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in Walk in cooler in main kitchen area cooked Beef roast not date marked. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 9/30/23 and date marked accordingly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in bar area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food in main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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