Bowlero Bradenton
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
45
Score
Bowlero Bradenton has been inspected eight times since 2023. Bowlero Bradenton was last inspected on Dec 2, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around five violations to closer to eight violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to other Bradenton restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream and diced tomato pico both at 55F. Operator stated products had been switched out approximately 2 hours earlier. Operator moved products to walk-in cooler to bring down temperatures. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed oven cleaner on bottom shelf of food preparation table in kitchen next to cutting boards. Operator removed oven cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket in handwashing sink in bar area. Operator removed bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink in front food area. Operator replaced paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink in front food area. Operator replaced hand soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on interior of ice machine. Operator was in the process of cleaning ice machine. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent in kitchen with excess dust and soil.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at pizza station and at make station on front line with cut marks. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of container in flour. Operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
45
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of soda gun in bar area with build up of soil. Operator cleaned and sanitized soda gun. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in interior of ice machine in back dry storage area near bagged soda. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at the front make station and in pizza area with cut marks and groves.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cell phone on food preparation table at the shake area. Employee removed cell phone and cleaned area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on 2 door reach-in cooler in pizza making area.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bagged onions stored on the floor in soda dry storage area. Operator moved onions to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employees must wash hands sign at hand wash sink in front food predation area. E-mailed a copy of employees must wash hand sign. Operator posted sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open lids on dumpsters. Operator closed lids. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
64
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
55
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over pizza sauce and cooked taco meat on shelf in walk-in cooler. Operator moved bacon below taco meat and sauce. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
86
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in Walk in cooler in back kitchen area cooked Beef Taco meat date marked 10/29/23. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in Walk in cooler in back kitchen area cooked Beef Taco meat date marked 10/29/23. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. Observed in main kitchen area employee touched bare body,put gloves on and grabbed cheese and failed to wash hands before putting on gloves. Educated Person in charge on glove use and Handwashing . Employee discarded cheese,removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves Emailed. Person in charge a copy of glove us and Handwashing handout . Person in charge voluntarily discarded Cheese.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed in main kitchen area employee touched bare body,put gloves on and grabbed cheese and failed to wash hands before putting on gloves. Educated Person in charge on glove use and Handwashing . Employee discarded cheese,removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves Emailed. Person in charge a copy of glove us and Handwashing handout . Person in charge voluntarily discarded Cheese. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured in back kitchen area. Person in charge secured tank **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back area of kitchen Walk in cooler gaskets 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**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid on East end of parking area . Person in charge closed Lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed in front kitchen area Single service containers stored upright. Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
52
Mar 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor in Walk in freezer and bag in box soda mix and bottled water in dry storage in main kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer in back kitchen are Walk in freezer As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back area of kitchen Walk in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Observed in front kitchen above fryers hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
86
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Chicken wings stored over mozzarella sticks. Operator placed chicken wings on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
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 plan to operator.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary ammonium test kit.
16-37-1
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. Emailed form to operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Damage to wall. Observed by hooded reach in cooler in front line across the cook line. Missing 6 tiles.
36-24-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed underneath and between equipment throughout the kitchen area. Observed in back room where ice machine is.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed frying oil stored on the floor. Operator placed the item on the shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in both bathrooms.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed area around the soda nozzles at soda machine soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed both soda guns in bar area no waste line.
29-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Observed ice machine in back room.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on the hooded reach in cooler at front by the cook line.
14-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bowlero Bradenton last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bowlero Bradenton on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bowlero Bradenton?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bowlero Bradenton.
How does Bowlero Bradenton compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Bowlero Bradenton most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Bowlero Bradenton's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bowlero Bradenton have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bowlero Bradenton means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Bowlero Bradenton inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bowlero Bradenton is inspected around three times per year on average.
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