BRADENTON, Manatee County

CANTINA GRILL AND BAR INC

5108 15TH STREET EAST, BRADENTON, FL 34203

FoodSeating
Latest violations
4
1 High Priority
May 14, 2026
City
BRADENTON
County
Manatee
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
5

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

May 14, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 4

08A-05-6

Detail 24576031

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in reach in cooler raw beef over cut vegetables.observed in reach in cooler raw sausage over condiments. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish. Person in charge removed sausage and raw beef. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-14: Observed in reaching cooler raw chicken over tomato, salsa, and raw beef, overcut lettuce. Person in charge removed raw chicken and raw beef. Admin Complaint

53B-01-5

Detail 24576034

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-14: no proof of training for employees Admin Complaint

11-26-1

Detail 24576032

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in Spanish and English. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-14: No proof provided. Admin Complaint

31B-04-4

Detail 24576033

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-14: No hand washing sign at handwashing sink in bar area.. Admin Complaint

Mar 12, 2026

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 8Basic: 8Total: 21

22-42-4

Detail 24437073

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.observed in back kitchen area Triple Sink (Chlorine 000ppm); Person in charge add more chlorine and Triple Sink (Chlorine retested 100ppm) Corrected On-Site Warning

14-31-5

Detail 24437071

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with cooked rice on hot food line.educated Person in charge on non food grade bags. Person in charge removed from bag. Corrected On-Site Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 24437065

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in reach in cooler raw beef over cut vegetables.observed in reach in cooler raw sausage over condiments. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish. Person in charge removed sausage and raw beef. Corrected On-Site Warning

12A-09-4

Detail 24437062

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.observed in main kitchen area employee with glove cutting raw beef.employee grabbed blender and failed to remove soiled gloves,wash hands and put on clean gloves before grabbing the blender.educated Person in charge on glove use and handwashing. Employee placed blender in dish washing area, removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. Corrective Action Taken Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24437070

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler in back kitchen area cheese (52F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated in had been in the top cooler for approximately 1 hour and removed and placed in reach in cooler below. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

11-27-4

Detail 24437067

Intermediate - 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.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 24437066

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

53A-07-6

Detail 24437069

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 24437056

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in main kitchen area and bar area. Person in charge filled paper towel.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 24437060

Intermediate - 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. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 24437059

Intermediate - 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.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in Spanish and English. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 24437072

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.observed on reach in cooler cooked beef not date marked.Person in charge stated it was prepared on 3/10/26 and date marked accordingly. Corrected On-Site Warning

41-17-4

Detail 24437055

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Person in charge stated it was all purpose cleaner and marked accordingly.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

14-01-5

Detail 24437063

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice in main kitchen area. Person in charge removed container. Corrected On-Site Warning

13-07-4

Detail 24437061

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed on employee preparing food multiple brackets on wrist. Employee removed and washed hands. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24437068

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed: Food stored on floor.observed in bar area multiple cases of soda and juice stored on floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 24437053

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar area. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24437054

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease. Warning

35B-03-4

Detail 24437058

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 24437057

Basic - Stored food not covered.Observed in reach in cooler cooked beef and seafood not covered.Person in charge covered food. Corrected On-Site Warning

42-01-4

Detail 24437064

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted. Corrected On-Site Warning

Dec 4, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority: 1Total: 1

50-17-3

Detail 24228827

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: Time Extended

Dec 3, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 7Intermediate: 7Basic: 3Total: 17

12A-20-4

Detail 24225564

High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap.educated Person in charge on handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands with soap. Corrected On-Site Warning

50-17-3

Detail 24225554

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Warning

02C-01-5

Detail 24225562

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.observed in reach in cooler in main kitchen area cooked rice and beans date Marked November 25, 2025, chicken soup date marked November 23, 2025, fresh tomato salsa date marked November 26, 2025 and cooked beef date marked November 23, 2025.. person in charge voluntarily discard at all product. Warning

35A-04-4

Detail 24225550

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 5 rodent droppings under 3 compartment sink in main kitchen area. Observed approximately 5 rodent droppings in dry storage. Observed approximately 15 rodent droppings behind stove range and grill in main kitchen area. Observed approximately 5 rodent droppings by hot water heater in back room area Warning

01B-13-4

Detail 24225552

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. .observed in reach in cooler in main kitchen area cooked rice and beans date Marked November 25, 2025, chicken soup date marked November 23, 2025, fresh tomato salsa date marked November 26, 2025 and cooked beef date marked November 23, 2025.. person in charge voluntarily discard at all product. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 24225555

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in back dry storage room 1 case of cooked chicken (75F - Cold Holding) . Person in charge stated it had been there since 12/2/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded, chicken. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24225558

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in back dry storage room 1 case of cooked chicken (75F - Cold Holding) . Person in charge stated it had been there since 12/2/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded, chicken. Warning

12A-03-4

Detail 24225557

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink. Educated Person in charge on handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands in handwashing sink. Warning

11-27-4

Detail 24225561

Intermediate - 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.printed a copy to Person in charge. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 24225553

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 24225556

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in main kitchen area and bar area. Person in charge filled paper towel. Corrected On-Site Warning

11-26-1

Detail 24225565

Intermediate - 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.printed a copy to Person in charge . Person in charge had employees currently working read and sign agreement. Corrective Action Taken Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 24225551

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.Person in charge filled soap dispenser at the bar and main kitchen area. Corrected On-Site Warning

41-17-4

Detail 24225563

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Person in charge stated it was glass cleaner and marked accordingly.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24225549

Basic - Food stored on floor.observed in bar area multiple cases of soda and juice stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor. Corrected On-Site Warning

35B-03-4

Detail 24225559

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Warning

36-10-4

Detail 24225560

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.observed in main kitchen area floors soiled under stove range and fryers. Warning

Apr 2, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

41-17-4

Detail 23677589

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Person in charge stated it was glass cleaner and labeled accordingly. Corrected On-Site

35B-01-4

Detail 23677587

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.

35B-03-4

Detail 23677588

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west side of building.