Cantina Chavez Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
95
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Cantina Chavez Restaurant stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 2, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit.
Compared to the broader Bradenton restaurant scene, where the average is 83, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Person in charge inverted mop to air dry.
42-01-4
95
Dec 18, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 17, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed under three compartment sink and dry storage approximately 15 rodent droppings. Observed behind reach in cooler on cooks line approximately five rodent droppings. **Warning**
35A-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed by three compartment sink approximately five dead roaches . **Warning**
35A-03-4
78
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
47
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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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 bacon over cooked sausage. Person in charge removed raw bacon. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: Observed raw bacon over soup and washed produce. Educated person in charge on cold refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw bacon. **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed owner added a new bar at a previous licensed establishment, units 77,78 and 79. No plan review submitted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: **Admin Complaint**
51-14-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed owner added 24 seat and failed to report seating change. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-24: **Admin Complaint**
51-09-4
67
May 22, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 6 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Observed: Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in Reach in cooler across from Grill Seafood Chowder (48F - Cooling).Person in charge stated it was put in Reach in cooler on 3/11/24. Educated Person in charge on Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03D-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed Employee washed hands with no soap in 3 compartment sink. Educated Person in charge on Handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands with soap in Handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
12A-20-4
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
High Priority - Observed: Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in upright Reach in cooler in main kitchen area raw Bacon over unwashed produce. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed and printed a copy to Person in charge. Person in charge removed raw Bacon. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
08A-04-5
High Priority - Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler across from Grill raw Pork of Cooked rice and Salad mix. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and printed and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw Pork **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
08A-05-6
High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Reach in cooler across from Grill Seafood Chowder (48F - Cooling)Person in charge stated it was put in Reach in cooler on 3/11/24. Educated Person in charge on Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed units 80 and 81 were added as a bar with no plan review . Units 92,93 and 94 have not changed from previous business zafritas 2 license number 5106041 **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
51-16-7
Intermediate - Observed: Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed in main kitchen area employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink. Educated Person in charge on Handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands in Handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Observed: 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. Person in charge filled paper towels dispenser **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Observed: No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed: No soap provided at handwash sink in main kitchen area. Person in charge filled soap dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Observed: Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Educated Person in charge on Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Printed a copy of the advisory in English and Spanish. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked Rice and Beans in Reach in cooler across from Grill not date marked. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 3/10/24 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
02C-02-5
Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Observed in bar area bottled water stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cantina Chavez Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cantina Chavez Restaurant on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does Cantina Chavez Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Cantina Chavez Restaurant most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Cantina Chavez Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Cantina Chavez Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cantina Chavez Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Cantina Chavez Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cantina Chavez Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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