Favs Italian Cucina

419 W 12 St, Bradenton, FL 34205

Italian

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2022, Favs Italian Cucina has eight inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 18, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored on floor”, showing up three times.

Restaurants in Bradenton average 83, so Favs Italian Cucina trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 18, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw shell eggs stored over bottled wine in the walk in cooler.

08A-11-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple single service cups left in containers of seasoning.

14-01-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of sauce stored on the floor of the walk in cooler.

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple single service articles not inverted on the cook line. Operator inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Aug 13, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black slimy buildup interior of ice machine. Owner cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed small red cutting boards grooved grooved. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled. Cleaning scheduled for 8/25.

23-03-4

Jan 22, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board heavily grooved. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled. Owner relabeled container. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Aug 16, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black slimy substance interior of ice machine.

22-20-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 small cutting boards heavily grooved in back kitchen area. 1 small red grooved board up front by marinara.

14-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled and grease buildup.

23-03-4

Dec 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Sep 6, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Apr 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw sausage stored above lettuce in the walk-in cooler. Operator moved sausage to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two unlabeled spray bottles at back kitchen hand sink. Operator labeled both bottles. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

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

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed flour and dough buildup on mixer housing and shaft. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet customer drink cups at server station.

24-08-4

Basic - Employee eating/drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee Drinks on hand wash sink. Operator removed drinks. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of sauce stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Nov 8, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Containers of chicken and a box of tomatoes stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Owner placed the items on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service foil, plastic wrap and food storage bags stored in the employee bathroom. Owner removed the items. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Favs Italian Cucina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Favs Italian Cucina on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Favs Italian Cucina?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Favs Italian Cucina.

How does Favs Italian Cucina compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Favs Italian Cucina most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Favs Italian Cucina's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Favs Italian Cucina have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Favs Italian Cucina 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 Favs Italian Cucina inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Favs Italian Cucina is inspected around two times per year on average.

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