Chick Fil a at Creekwood
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
78
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Chick Fil a at Creekwood stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 27, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens”, showing up three times.
Compared to other Bradenton restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in soft serve ice cream machine ice cream mix (48F- Cold Holding).Person in charge will monitor temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.observed in food preparation area employee engaging in food preparation with no beard guard. Employee put on guard and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on east side of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
78
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in front kitchen area Handwashing sink used as a dump sink. Person in charge cleaned sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on east side of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
82
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed in front kitchen area by service windows handwashing sink removed. 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 2025-03-21: No paper work submitted **Admin Complaint**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: **Admin Complaint**
16-32-5
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/. Observed in front kitchen area by service windows handwashing sink removed. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-21: No plans submitted **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
74
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed in back kitchen area Dishwasher (Temperature 155F) Person in charge ran dish washing machine 2 time and Dishwasher (recheck Temperature 160F) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-56-4
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/. Observed in front kitchen area by service windows handwashing sink removed. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Person in charge stated it was degreaser and labeled accordingly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed in front kitchen area by service windows handwashing sink removed. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in back kitchen area by service door ice machine mold like substance. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on east side of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area over fryers hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed in back kitchen area by chicken make station multiple reach in cooler door handles soiled with dried food particles. **Warning**
23-03-4
58
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
74
Mar 7, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
86
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and grill in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in main kitchen area by mop sink. Person in charge inverted mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
90
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease over fryer's in main kitchen area. Observed food racks in Walk in cooler in back area of main kitchen soiled with dried food particles.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid in North end of parking lot. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in Walk in cooler In back area of main kitchen area floors under food racks soiled with dried food particles.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in 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
82
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in Walk in freezer . 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 2022-10-31: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chick Fil a at Creekwood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chick Fil a at Creekwood on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chick Fil a at Creekwood?
Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chick Fil a at Creekwood.
How does Chick Fil a at Creekwood compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Chick Fil a at Creekwood most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Chick Fil a at Creekwood's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chick Fil a at Creekwood have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chick Fil a at Creekwood 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 Chick Fil a at Creekwood inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chick Fil a at Creekwood is inspected around three times per year on average.
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