SAM'S SEAFOOD AND GRILL
3108 1 STREET, Bradenton FL 34208 · 941.201.5956
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $650
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022059438 | Dec 7, 2022 | Jan 13, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2022032601 | May 23, 2022 | Oct 13, 2022 | $250 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.observed in main kitchen area employee grabbed raw seafood with gloves on,removed gloves, put on clean gloves and grabbed a single service item.educated Person in charge on glove use and handwashing.employee discarded single service,removed gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Employee washed hands with no soap in the 3 compartment sink. Person in charge had employee wash with soap in handwashing sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in walk-in cooler raw chicken over cooked chicken.Person in charge removed raw chicken.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler cheese (49F - Cold Holding); hard eggs (53F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that the product had been in the reach in cooler for approximately 1 hour.Person in charge removed food to the fill line.
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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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.observed in ice machine bin mold like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed throughout kitchen and front service area. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Stored food not covered.observed in reach in cooler in Main kitchen area multiple foods not covered.Person in charge covered all.
Feb 23, 2026Inspection 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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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee came in from outside the building,put on gloves,touched clean utensils in the grill area and failed to wash hands before putting on clean gloves. Educated Person in charge on handwashing and glove use. Employee placed utensils in dish washing area,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.observed in reach in cooler raw chicken over unwashed produce.emailed Person in charge a copy of the safe refrigerator storage handout.Person in charge removed chicken.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.observed umut,Mohamed Carolina,Yesenia,Gloria Alex.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. observed in West End of parking area grease receptacle not on a non-absorbent pad.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 11, 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.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on guard and washed hands.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. observed in West End of parking area grease receptacle not on a non-absorbent pad.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with grease.Person in charge cleaned microwave.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 employe
Apr 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler in back kitchen area Alfredo (51F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (50F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); yogurt (52F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (53F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all product had been in the reach in cooler since 2/16/25.educated Person in charge on cold food storage.Person in charge voluntarily discarded all.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler in back kitchen area Alfredo (51F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (50F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); yogurt (52F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (53F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all product had been in the reach in cooler since 2/16/25.educated Person in charge on cold food storage.Person in charge voluntarily discarded all.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area above reach in cooler soiled microwave with dried food particles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.Person in charge cleaned microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: 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.
Nov 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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Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler raw seafood 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 seafood.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Samir and Sam
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 cleaning agent provided in wash compartment of sink. Observed employee washing dishes in triple sink not sanitizing dishes. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge filled sanitizer.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in back kitchen area unlabeled bottles of chemicals. Person in charge stated it was degreaser and bleach and labeled both bottles accordingly.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed in main kitchen area employee using 2nd compartment of triple sink to wash dishes,rinsing in 3rd compartment and mot sanitizing dishes. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge set up triple sink correctly.
Fryer oil stored on floor in main kitchen area. Person in charge stated they had no deliveries today. Person in charge removed from floor.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area above reach in cooler soiled microwave with dried food particles. 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
Feb 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed in back kitchen area employee engaging in food preparation with a wrist band and watch. Employee removed and washed hands.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking lot As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen above Reach in cooler microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned microwave.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Lester
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen area.
Floor area covered with standing water in back area of kitchen in dry storage
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking lot As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.