Chick Fil a Fsu 4871

4311 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209
American
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 stretching back to 2023. Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 was last inspected on Nov 20, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Bradenton average 83, so Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 1, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed bottom rails of food preparation table in biscuit making are in kitchen with excess soil and food debris.
23-03-4
95
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
86
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
78
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator washed hands.
12A-10-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Operator removed from dry storage, nearest single service items. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Please note: Licence renewal was 12/1/23. Visit Myfloridalicense.com to make your payment, if you have not already done so. License was updated. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Operator removed and rehashed. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Triple sink at 50 ppm. Operator remade solution, inspector retested at 150 ppm quaternary. **Corrected On-Site**
16-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, green cutting board.
14-09-4
47
Aug 8, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored above clean pans. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. These items Pepper Jack Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Colby Jack Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); American Cheese (47F - Cold Holding), were held in small reach in cooler in kitchen since 5 am. Operator removed items and voluntarily discarded. Operator called A/C repair that determined a breaker was blown. They reset the breaker. Inspector returned observed ambient air temperature at 38F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. These items Pepper Jack Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Colby Jack Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); American Cheese (47F - Cold Holding), were held in small reach in cooler in kitchen since 5 am. Operator removed items and voluntarily discarded. Operator called A/C repair that determined a breaker was blown. They reset the breaker. Inspector returned observed ambient air temperature at 38F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-02-5
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. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. One operator signed, all other employees will sign by next inspection. Methodology currently used does not have all big 6 listed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Sugar container at take out area soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit at small reach in cooler. Operator placed up front. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-11-4
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair ; splash guard at food prep station broken. **Warning**
36-51-4
Basic - Bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube not cut at an angle in take out area. Operator cut on angle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-16-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. These items Pepper Jack Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Colby Jack Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); American Cheese (47F - Cold Holding), were held in small reach in cooler in kitchen since 5 a.m. Operator removed items and voluntarily discarded. Operator called A/C repair that determined a breaker was blown. They reset the breaker. Inspector returned observed ambient air temperature at 38F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at salad prep area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at salad station. Operator removed ladle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Operator placed trash receptacle at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour removed and stored in container not labeled. Operator labeled flour. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
35
May 2, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chick Fil a Fsu 4871?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chick Fil a Fsu 4871.

How does Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Chick Fil a Fsu 4871's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 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 Fsu 4871 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 is inspected around three times per year on average.