Cristinas Cocina

5108 15 St E, Units 5 & 6, Bradenton, FL 34203
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Cristinas Cocina has been inspected 11 times since 2022. On Jan 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

By comparison, the average Bradenton facility scores 83, putting Cristinas Cocina on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Person in charge filled paper towels
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.Person in charge filed soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
74
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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.Person in charge had all employees read and sign agreement that we're working. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed it in sanitizer solution.
21-12-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over Grill and fryers hood filters soiled with Grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
23-03-4
82
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler cooked pork (47F - Cooling).Person in charge stated that it was placed in the reach in cooler on 4/6/25. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - 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 cooked pork (47F - Cooling).Person in charge stated that it was placed in the reach in cooler on 4/6/25. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
03D-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill 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 reach in cooler gaskets soiled with dry food debris.. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed over grill and fryers approximately 5 Ceiling tile missing.
36-36-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
64
Jan 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At the time of the call back No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in upright Reach in cooler Cooked pork and Beef not date marked. Person in charge stated they were prepared on 10/23/24 and date marked accordingly. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over Grill and fryers 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** **Warning**
23-03-4
70
Apr 10, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
70
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
82
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in upright Reach in cooler in main kitchen area raw Shell Eggs over cabbage salad. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and printed a copy of the handout for Person in charge. Person in charge removed raw shell Eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
08A-05-6
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
Intermediate - Observed: 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. Educated Person in charge and printed a copy of the handout. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
11-27-4
Intermediate - Observed: 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. Educated Person in charge and printed a copy of the handout to Person in charge. Person in charge read and signed the document **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
11-26-1
Basic - Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed over hood system approximately 5 ceiling tiles missing. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-34-5
58
Jul 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over unwashed produce. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge **Warning**
11-27-4
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
58
Dec 9, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Observed,Employee preparing food washed hands with no soap in main kitchen. Educated employee on Handwashing washing procedures. Employee washed hands with soap and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-2
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over salad dressing and washed produce. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Observed,,No soap provided at handwash sink in main kitchen area. Person in charge filled soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Observed,No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in main kitchen area. Person in charge filled paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Ciliana
53B-13-5
47
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cristinas Cocina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cristinas Cocina on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cristinas Cocina?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cristinas Cocina.

How does Cristinas Cocina compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Cristinas Cocina most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Cristinas Cocina's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cristinas Cocina have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Cristinas Cocina means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Cristinas Cocina inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cristinas Cocina is inspected around three times per year on average.