Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel

2215 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207

American

Last inspected: Aug 13, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel five times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 13, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Bradenton restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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 added chlorine and Triple Sink retested (Chlorine 50ppm); **Corrected On-Site**

22-42-4

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

16-37-1

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.observed in back kitchen area a spray bottled of chemicals not labeled. Person in charge stated it was glass cleaner and labeled accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.observed in bar area paper cups stored on floor.

25-05-4

Basic - Food stored on floor.observed bt water stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Aug 13, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in front dining area. Person in charge stocked soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Aug 9, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples not wrapped on buffet self-Service line. Educated Person in charge on self-Service foods Person in charge removed apples **Corrective Action Taken**

08B-15-4

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

16-37-1

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food boxes stored on floor. Person in charge stated no food orders were received today. Educated Person in charge on food storage.

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed Ice buildup in Reach in freezer in back kitchen area.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Reach in cooler and Reach in freezer door handles.

23-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel on file is from Aug 13, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel.

How does Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Best Western Manatee Plus Hotel is inspected around two times per year on average.

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