Gulf Drive Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
67
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Gulf Drive Cafe stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 15, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around five violations across recent inspections versus roughly 10 violations before.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Gulf Drive Cafe's latest score of 67 falls below the Bradenton Beach average of 77. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed smoked salmon on speed rack in walk-in cooler over cheese. Operator moved the smoked salmon to below the ready to eat items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed card board lining all shelf's in walk-coolers. Operator was in the process of removing the card board. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom shelf of table next to flat grill with rust pitted surface.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water on cook line. Operator removed utensils for cleaning and discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
67
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon on sipped rack in walk-in cooler above American cheese. Operator moved smoked salmon to bottom rack. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings at 46F in walk- in cooler on right side of cooler. Operator stated wings had been there for approximately 2hr. Operator placed bags of ice on chicken wings to bring down temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed solo cups being used to dispense seasoning in kitchen on bottom shelf of food preparation table across from 3 compartment sink. Operator removed solo cups. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with cut marks.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on food preparation table in kitchen across from fryers. Operator remove beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. E-mailed operator a copy of the choking poster. Operator printed and hung choking poster. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the bottom of single door make station across from 3 compartment sink. Operator cleaned up water. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
58
Feb 10, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cell phone on shelf next to food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: Observed employees belongings on shelf in food truck next to clean dishes. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe beneath 3 compartment sink leaking on floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: Observed 3 compartment sink leaking at the time of this inspection. **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn ripped tin foil being used to cover bottom shelf in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: Observed foil torn on bottom shelf in MFDV kitchen at the time of this inspection. **Time Extended**
14-20-4
86
Feb 6, 2025
Complaint Full
9 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking raw eggs and then not washing hands. **Warning**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade bags being used. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed Canadian bacon in same container and on top of raw breakfast sausage in walk in cooler on bottom shelf. **Warning**
08A-08-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over potatoes in walk in cooler on bottom shelf. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee observed washing hands with gloves on. Operator corrected employee to wash hands and then put on gloves. **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken wings 50F, Chorizo 46F, cut lettuce 45F, water melon 45F, smoked salmon 45F, rice pudding 45F, beef jus47F, butter 48F, chowder 50F, cooked rice 51F, pimento cheese. 48F, Spivey feta 48F, cheese grits 44F. Operator stated that food had been in cooler from day before. Operator voluntarily discarded products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken wings 50F, Chorizo 46F, cut lettuce 45F, water melon 45F, smoked salmon 45F, rice pudding 45F, beef jus47F, butter 48F, chowder 50F, cooked rice 51F, pimento cheese. 48F, Spivey feta 48F, cheese grits 44F. Operator stated items had been in cooler from day before. Operator voluntarily discarded products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed oven cleaner on shelf next to food products. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer to strong. Operator corrected sanitizer to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags without last day used. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand wash sink to fill sanitizer bucket. **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. Observed 2 employee without signed health reporting agreements. Operator printed forms to have employees read and sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of spoon in food product. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with grease and dried food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe beneath 3 compartment sink leaking on floor. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of food without label in walk in cooler on second shelf. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old food labels on containers on clean dish rack. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn ripped tin foil being used to cover bottom shelf in kitchen. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl being used to dispense grits. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cell phone on shelf next to food products. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees engaged engaged in food preparation wearing a bracelet. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food prep without a hair restraints. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil being stored on the floor outside kitchen door. Operator fryer on ground outside kitchen door. Operator moved oils to shelf. Operator moved fryer oil to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Food stored outside. Observed plastic bottled water being stored outside kitchen on ground. **Warning**
08B-42-4
11
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over gyro meat in reach drawer cook line. Operator moved raw fish to below gyro meat. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags with out last day marked.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on food shelves below food prep table across from flat top grill.
22-31-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knife being stored between equipment. Educated operator on storing knives properly. Operator removed knife for cleaning and sanitizing. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sinks.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve plates not inverted. Operator inverted single serve plates. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary wiping cloth solution at 0 ppm. Operator corrected quaternary sanitizer to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
58
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
67
Oct 20, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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 some employees with no written plan.
11-26-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no signs at hand sinks.
31B-04-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gulf Drive Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gulf Drive Cafe on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gulf Drive Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Gulf Drive Cafe.
How does Gulf Drive Cafe compare to other restaurants in Bradenton Beach?
Gulf Drive Cafe most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton Beach average of 77.
Has Gulf Drive Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Gulf Drive Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Gulf Drive Cafe 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 Gulf Drive Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gulf Drive Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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