ROCK N BARREL
6916 14 ST W, Bradenton FL 34207 · 772-539-2046
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · 9 visits since May 2024
AUG 24
MAR 25
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MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed in main kitchen area approximately 5 flying insects.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024058763 | Aug 19, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 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 Dishwashers (Chlorine 000ppm)Person in charge setup 3 rd compartment sink to sanitize dishes.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned.
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in handwashing sink at bar soiled dishes. Person in charge removed dishes.
Floor covered with standing water in walk-in cooler.Person in charge mopped the floor.
Food stored on floor.observed in main kitchen area canned food on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Person in charge inverted.
Jun 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on the south end of the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. observed in main kitchen area, canned food, product stored on floor underneath food warmer. person in charge removed from floor.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.Person in charge cleaned around dumpster
Mar 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 spaghetti and meatballs date mark 3/4/25. Educated Person in charge discarded.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in walk-in cooler spaghetti and meatballs date mark 3/4/25. Educated Person in charge discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in walk-in cooler sausage (47F - Cold Holding); ham (46F - Cold Holding); ground beef (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all.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 walk-in cooler sausage (47F - Cold Holding); ham (46F - Cold Holding); ground beef (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all.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. Person in charge printed a copy and had all employees working read and sign.
Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Aug 19, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler raw shell egg over unwashed produce. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw Chicken over cooked beef and cheese. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
Ceiling tile missing in main kitchen area.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface west end of parking area.
Aug 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed in main kitchen area approximately 5 flying insects.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler raw shell egg over unwashed produce. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw Chicken over cooked beef and cheese. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
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 Ground Beef. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
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 in main kitchen area cut tomato salsa date marked 7/27/24. 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 voluntarily discarded salsa
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on food preparation table butter and fresh garlic (74F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it pulled out of the refrigerator on 8/15/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded butter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on food preparation table butter and fresh garlic (74F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it pulled out of the refrigerator on 8/15/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded butter.
Ceiling tile missing in main kitchen area.
Drain cover missing by 3 compartment sink in main kitchen area.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface west end of parking area.
Onion bucket, pickle bucket and canned soda stored on floor in walk in cooler. Person in charge removed from floor.
Open dumpster lid on west end of parking area. Person in charge closed lid.
May 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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