VIMA'S EATERY
5108 15TH STREET EAST # 112, Bradenton FL 34203
Last inspected Apr 28, 2025 · 9 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JUL 23
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Feb 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw chicken over cooked beef.emailed Person in charge a copy of safe refrigerator storage.Person in charge removed raw chicken.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler raw chicken over raw beef. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the safe refrigerator storage. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooks line cooked pork (81F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge stated that the pork had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed in reach in freezer
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryer hood filters soiled with grease.
Aug 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by DBPR Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee engaging in food preparation with wrist watch. Employee removed watch and washed hands. Priority: Basic
Observed: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hairnet and washed hands. Priority: Basic
Oct 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 23, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler across from fryers raw Oysters over Salad Dressings. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge handout on safe refrigerator storage. Person in charge removed the raw Oysters.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in upright Reach in cooler Cheese (56F - Cold Holding); Raw beef (57F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding); Seafood Cerviche (53F - Cold Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in upright Reach in cooler Cheese (56F - Cold Holding); Raw beef (57F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding); Seafood Cerviche (53F - Cold Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed in Reach in cooler across from fryers raw Oysters with no tag. Educated Person in charge Oyster Tags. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Oysters.
Sep 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Educated Person in charge on Shell stock tags.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy.
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.educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed Person in charge consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in food preparation area 8 ceiling tiles missing. Person in charge stated that maintenance removed them for water damage and will replace them.
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.