Cork's Cigar Bar

424 12 Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Cork's Cigar Bar appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “food stored on floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Bradenton average 83, so Cork's Cigar Bar trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water shut off at the woman's restroom. Reviewed proper procedure with the operator. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed their only Certified Food Manager expired on: 8/20/2025 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a container of pickles stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Reviewed proper procedure with the operator. **Warning**
08B-38-4
78
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
90
Aug 8, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Observed no employee reporting forms in place. Inspector will email.
11-26-1
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. Observed no clean up plan in place. Inspector will email.
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed heavy buildup of black slimy substance interior of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized ice machine bar. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed five gallon bucket of pickles stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Operator moved pickles to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cork's Cigar Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cork's Cigar Bar on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cork's Cigar Bar?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cork's Cigar Bar.

How does Cork's Cigar Bar compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Cork's Cigar Bar most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Cork's Cigar Bar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cork's Cigar Bar have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cork's Cigar Bar 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 Cork's Cigar Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cork's Cigar Bar is inspected roughly once per year on average.