SALEM'S FRESH EATS
5635 14TH ST W, Bradenton FL 34207 · 941.739.8200
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in front kitchen reach in cooler raw chicken over raw seafood. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024058819 | Aug 20, 2024 | Nov 14, 2024 | $600 |
| 7--2024025108 | Mar 22, 2024 | Jun 5, 2024 | $300 |
| 7--2024013348 | Jan 22, 2024 | Mar 27, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
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 Sarah expired.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment operating with no potable running water throughout establishment.The establishment restored potable water.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in front kitchen reach in cooler raw chicken over raw seafood. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
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 Sarah expired.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hose in handwashing sink. Person in charge removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed in front kitchen area cell phone and keys stored on food preparation table.Person in charge removed and cleaned surface.
Floor area covered with standing water in front kitchen and back kitchen area. Person in charge mopped floors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 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.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.observed above 3 compartment sink food containers wet nesting. Person in charge separated to air dry.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed: Floor area covered with standing water in back kitchen area.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over fryers and grill hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee
Open dumpster lid.Person in charge closed lid.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.observed on fountain beverage machine ice shoot with mold like substance.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.Person in charge had him put on guard and wash hands.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor area covered with standing water in back kitchen area.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over fryers and grill hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer. Person in charge covered food.
Feb 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink back kitchen area.Person in charge filled paper towel.
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. Printed a copy to Person in charge. Person in charge had all employees working read and sign.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Floor area covered with standing water in back kitchen area.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over fryers and grill hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in back kitchen area, employee used a drain plunger with gloves on hands, grabbed a food container and knife to do food preparation and failed to remove gloves,wash hands and put on clean gloves. Educated person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee place soiled knife and food container in dishwasher area,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
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. Emailed person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish. Person in charge had all employees currently working to read and sign.
No soap provided at handwash sink across from mop sink. Person in charge filled soap dispenser.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on mop sink split faucet.
Floor area covered with standing water throughout entire kitchen and walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter over fryers and grill soiled with grease.
Aug 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler, chicken (48F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); yogurt (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (49F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that all food products were placed in the walk in cooler on 8/19/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discharged all food items 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 walk in cooler, chicken (48F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); yogurt (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (49F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that all food products were placed in the walk in cooler on 8/19/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discharged all food items and called for repair. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cooks line and back kitchen area. Person in charge filled paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink on cooks line. Person in charge filled soap dispenser.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Person in charge stated he will have to order beard guard.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in back kitchen area above 3 compartment sink food container wet nesting. Person in charge separated containers to air dry.
Floor area covered with standing water in main kitchen area and walk in cooler.
Mar 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in front kitchen area Butter Blend (71F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that it had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed back in to Reach in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen over impinger hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout kitchen area Reach in cooler and Reach in freezer gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Jan 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed in main kitchen area, employee put on hair net, put on gloves, grabbed food storage container contact surface and failed to wash hands before putting on gloves. Educated Person in charge on glove use and Handwashing. Employee put container in dish area,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in front kitchen area Butter Blend (71F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that it had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed back in to Reach in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Food stored on floor. Observed in Walk in cooler pickle bucket stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen over impinger hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout kitchen area Reach in cooler and Reach in freezer gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Stored food not covered. Observed in Walk in freezer in back area of main kitchen on the South side food not covered on food rack. Person in charge covered food in Walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge covered food in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area by mop sink. Person in charge inverted.
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on food counter across from fryers in front kitchen area Cooked Chicken wings (81F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated they had been out at room temperature since 11:00am. Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded cooked Chicken wings.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on food counter across from fryers in front kitchen area Cooked Chicken wings (81F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated they had been out at room temperature since 11:00am. Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded cooked Chicken wings.
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. Person in charge cleaned and washed can opener.
No soap provided at handwash sink in back kitchen area by Reach in freezer. Person in charge filled soap dispenser.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in front dining area ice dispenser on fountain beverage station soiled with mold like substance.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation in main kitchen area. Person in charge had employee put on beard guard and wash hands.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled with dried food particles in front kitchen area across from fryers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Stored food not covered. Observed in Walk in freezer in back area of main kitchen on the South side food not covered on food rack. Person in charge covered food in Walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge covered food in freezer.
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