SPEAKS CLAM BAR
8764 E ST RD 70, Bradenton FL 34202 · 941-232-7646
Last inspected May 11, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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MAY 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 5 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the white cutting board at the salad area with deep dark grooves.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black 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 back kitchen soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease crippling off the ledge and wall of the hood system even though the filters were clean.
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a cutting board on the cold line with deep dark grooves and not easily cleanable.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed 2 ceiling vents over the oyster area soiled and 1 over the dish area.
Customer self-service equipment in contact with non-time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned before refilling. Observed a black mold like substance on the ice drop tray in the ice machine.
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a cutting board on the cook line with deep dark grooves and not easily cleanable.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed the Caesar dressing containing raw egg and not identified on the menu.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black mold like substance on the ice drop tray in the ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed 2 ceiling vents over the oyster area soiled and 1 over the dish area.
Stored food not covered. Observed soups and sauces in hot well on server aisle and on the cook line not covered. Operator covered items.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection 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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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cooking food without a beard guard.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee preparing food without a hair restraint.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters and hood walls surrounding the filters beginning to drip with grease. Operator stated they're due in March.
Stored food not covered. Observed soups and sauces in hot well on server aisle not covered. Operator covered items.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board on the cook line with deep grooves and not easily cleanable.
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.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cooking food without a beard guard.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed tongs clipped to a shelf above food prep table in use and not stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the Ansul piping over the range with dripping grease.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dusty, soiled ceiling vents throughout the kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove tiles around triple sink missing and holding standing water. Operator stated repairs are scheduled.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over the fryers beginning to drip grease.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serv containers not inverted at the salad area. Operator moved items.
Nov 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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 a black mold like substance on the ice drop tray and on the walls inside the ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinking from a personal open container on the cooks line. Observed 3 personal drinks on the cooks line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed multiple holes in the wall under the triple sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
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.