SHAKE STATION
4219 US HWY 301 N, Ellenton FL 34222 · 9419936666
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
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SEP 25
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-1-23. Owner will renew today.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink hose bibb with no vacuum breaker attached.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foil wrapped bottom shelf of prep table in dishwashing area ripped.
Jul 28, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine measuring (chlorine 0ppm). Manager on shift confirmed establishment does not have 3 compartment sink to utilize manual washing.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork in walk in cooler. Manager corrected storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink hose bibb with no vacuum breaker attached.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container stored in hand sink in kitchen area. Employee removed container.
No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided. Observed dish machine not functioning properly and establishment does not have a 3 compartment sink for manual ware washing.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on drying rack in dish washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil stored on floor of dish washing area. Employee corrected oil storage.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels still attached to containers on drying rack in dish washing area.
Open dumpster lid.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foil wrapped bottom shelf of prep table in dishwashing area ripped.
Sep 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled. Operator cleaned it.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips. Owner stated they're ordered.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance on the ice drop tray inside the ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling vents in the kitchen rusted and soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters and the piping with a grease build up.
Open dumpster lid.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed the shelves in the walk in cooler rusted and in the back kitchen.
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground beef at 50f and cheese at 49f in the top drawer of under grill drawer. Manager stated product had been in drawer around 90 minutes. Manager placed product on ice.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed corner of ceiling tiles bowed but missing above kitchen hand sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some ceiling tiles bowed but no water present.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no license displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed legs and bottom shelf of prep sink pitted with rust. Observed leg of dish machine pitted with rust.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in women's restroom.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed one case of raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat salad dressing. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed food prep employee with no hair restraint. Employee put hairnet on.
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on floor in walk in cooler. Tomatoes and pickles. Owner moved items off the floor.
Hole in or other damage to ceiling. Observed small hole in ceiling where wiring is coming out.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with grease buildup.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection 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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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 some employees with training expired.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed two small holes in kitchen ceiling where pipes enter the ceiling.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic pans wet stacked on shelf next to dish machine.
Hole in or other damage to wall and ceiling. Observed hole/ opening in wall in back kitchen where soda lines go into wall. Owner plugged hole and taped over until permanent repairs could be completed.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-1-23. Owner will renew today.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food prep employee wearing bracelets on arm. Employee removed bracelets.
Sep 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black slimy buildup interior of ice machine. Owner cleaned and sanitized interior.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purses hanging on can rack. Owner moved.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 buckets of pickles stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Owner moved pickles to shelf.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.observed squeeze bottles not labeled on food line.
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.