TAVERNA TOSCANA
1301 6 AVE, Bradenton FL 34205 · 941-357-7772
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026 · 7 visits since May 2024
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5 inspections trending down, 16 points off where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef over shell eggs in walk-in cooler. Operator moved shell eggs to another shelf.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef over shell eggs in walk-in cooler. Operator moved shell eggs to another shelf.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed shellfish tags not in chronological order.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainers in handwashing sinks in inside bar area. Operator removed strainers.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink slime in ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the area.
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Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil on the floor near stairs in kitchen. Operator removed oil.
Feb 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed raw beef vacuum sealed dated 10/7. Observedsous vide meatballs and osso bucco in walk in cooler.
Dec 23, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed raw beef vacuum sealed dated 10/7. Observedsous vide meatballs and osso bucco in walk in cooler.
Oct 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed raw tuna stored over cooked octopus in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed raw beef vacuum sealed dated 10/7. Observedsous vide meatballs and osso bucco in walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed souls vide meatballs and osso bucco in walk in cooler not date marked.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee back packs on shelf in preparation area next to food.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water on cook line at 96F. Chef corrected by adjusting water to 148F
Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed case of plastic cups on floor in dry storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed calamari defrosting in standing water on table in preparation area. Chef placed in sink with running water.
May 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed in salad reach in cooler raw shell eggs over clean cut lettuce. Employee removed raw shell eggs. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags not marked with last date sold. Chef marked labels. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area meat saw with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned saw.
Spray bottle containing sanitizer not labeled.Person in charge labeled bottle.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on beard guard and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed in main kitchen area over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed tags not maintained in chronological order. Chef placed in correct order.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags not marked with last date sold. Chef marked labels.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Observed mussels tags removed from container before last one sold. Chef placed tags in container.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed steak tartar menu item with no raw animal food identifier.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date labels on water filters.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in ice cream freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in 75f water. Chef removed from water.
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.