SONIC DRIVE-IN #6485
6008 14th Street West
Bradenton, Florida, 34207
Manatee County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 11/22/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
4
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin near dessert cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler food topping container stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor. Corrected On-Site
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in dessert make station area strawberries not covered. Person in charge covered strawberries. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/22/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 7/2/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in main kitchen area across from soft serve ice cream machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in main kitchen area multiple ceiling vents soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind frying station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in main kitchen area cutting boards soiled/ stained with black mold like substance covering Reach in freezer for beef burgers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/2/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 7/1/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
4
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in main kitchen area across from soft serve ice cream machine. Warning
- 33-19-4:Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster in South end of parking area. Person in charge cleaned area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in main kitchen area multiple ceiling vents soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind frying station. Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink liquid Eggs (52F - Cold Holding); Cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Hot Dogs (56F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (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. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink liquid Eggs (52F - Cold Holding); Cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Hot Dogs (56F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (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. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in main kitchen area cutting boards soiled/ stained with black mold like substance covering Reach in freezer for beef burgers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning
- 53B-01-5: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
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/1/2024 revealed 8 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 1/5/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
2
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 33-19-4:Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster on South end of parking lot.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in main kitchen area air return vents soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
- 22-43-4:High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed in back kitchen area Triple Sink (Quaternary 000ppm). Person in charge added more sanitizer and Triple Sink (Quaternary recheck 300ppm) Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards used to cover Reach in freezer soiled with black mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
- 11-26-1: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. Educated Person in charge and printed a copy of hand out. Person in charge read and signed hand out. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/5/2024 revealed 5 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 10/2/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/2/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 8/2/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
2
Total
4
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 13-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout entire main kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Observed over grill and fryers in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in main kitchen area air return vents soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
- 53B-01-5: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 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/2/2023 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 8/1/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
7
Basic
7
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin across from milkshake machine in main kitchen area. Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles throughout entire kitchen area. Warning
- 13-04-4:Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Warning
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in main kitchen area under and around all equipment As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-19-4:Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. See stop sale. Observed in main kitchen area across from milkshake machine interior of ice machine bin heavily soiled with mold like substance in contact with ice.Warning** Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed throughout main kitchen area microwaves soiled with dried food particles. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout entire main kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Observed over grill and fryers in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in main kitchen area air return vents soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in main kitchen area across from milkshake machine interior of ice machine bin heavily soiled with mold like substance in contact with Ice.. Warning
- 11-27-4: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. Educated Person in charge and printed and emailed a copy to Person in charge. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards used to cover Reach in freezer soiled with black mold like substance. Warning
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in front kitchen area. Person in charge filled paper towels. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53B-01-5: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: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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy and printed a copy. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink by fryers in front kitchen area. Person in charge filled soap dispenser. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/1/2023 revealed 15 total violations (1 high priority, 7 intermediate, 7 basic).