FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #56

FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #56 in BRADENTON has 5 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 4.4/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

8306 MARKET ST

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★★☆ (4.4/5)

Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 8/12/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10870608

14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on walk in freezer door. Repeat Violation
12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dishwasher handling dirty glassware and plate ware to clean without washing hands. Operator coached employee. **Corrective Action Taken**

Inspection Date: 1/13/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8848583

14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on walk in freezer door.
25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not inverted. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 8/2/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8730423

N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 2/15/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8496669

14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a paper cup used for scooping corn meal without a handle. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed speaker and cell phone stored on shelf above food prep table. Operator removed items. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 9/11/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8351625

36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing as you enter the walk in freezer. Operator stated they will be repaired with the remodel.
36-68-5:Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease build up on hood ceiling and exhaust opening in back kitchen over oven.