TAILGATIN
12012 CORTEZ RD W, Bradenton FL 34215 · 941-264-5471
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork in walk-in cooler. Educated on storing raw items according to cook temperatures. Operator moved chicken below pork.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022059172 | Dec 12, 2022 | Feb 3, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tile kitchen and dish area.
Mar 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon on the menu without a identifier.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handwashing sink in back food preparation area. Operator replaced paper towel.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory. E-mailed copy of consumer advisory to operator. Operator printed and hung copy of consumer advisory.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on interior of ice machine in back kitchen. Employee cleaned and sanitized area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tile kitchen and dish area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in corner next to ice machine. Employee removed roach and cleaned and sanitized the area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food preparation while wearing a bracelet. Employee removed bracelet.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open. Operator closed lid.
Oct 21, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork in walk-in cooler. Educated on storing raw items according to cook temperatures. Operator moved chicken below pork.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tiles throughout kitchen.
May 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tiles through out kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black mold like substance on ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers on clean dish rack. Operator removed labels.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator cleaned up standing water.
Apr 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tiles in kitchen. Operator is in the process of replacing tiles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with black mold like substance. Operator is in the process of replacing tiles.
Feb 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over pasta in walk-in cooler. Operator moved beef to bottom shelf.
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. Operator lost all paper work in the hurricane and is in the process of getting new employee food handler training.
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. Operator lost all paper work in the hurricane and just reopened. Emailed copy of employee health reporting agreements operator printed and was in the process of having employees read and sign.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tiles in kitchen. Operator is in the process of replacing tiles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with black mold like substance. Operator is in the process of replacing tiles.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees drink cell phone on rack neck to single serve plates. Employee removed cell phone.
Food stored on floor. Observed canned food products on floor in walk-in dry storage area. Operator moved items to shelf.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in sugar in food prep area. Operator removed scoop.
Apr 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat rice in the walk in cooler. Operator removed eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the walk in cooler: Chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Fish (48F - Cold Holding); Rice (46F - Cold Holding) Operator stated he had left the door open to store a delivery for approximately 1hr 20minutes before the inspection. Operator called a repairman.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on the top of the dish machine.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed black build up on the alcohol walk in cooler.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed dry storage rack in dish wash room with rusted shelves.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at bar, beer reach in cooler. Operator cleaned out reach in cooler.
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.