Hi Way Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025
82
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Hi Way Bar and Grill, the earliest from 2022. Hi Way Bar and Grill was last inspected on Sep 30, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “outer openings not protected with self-closing doors” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Compared to the broader Bradenton restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 30, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Person in charge cleaned bin . **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.Person in charge secured tanks. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.observed bottled water and juice stored on floor in walk-in cooler and back storage area.Person in charge removed from floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west side of kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
82
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed in main kitchen area employee engaging in food preparation with bracelets. Employee removed and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. observed in bar area soda gun soiled.Person in charge cleaned soda gun **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west side of kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
35B-03-4
86
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in reach in cooler cheese and cut tomatoes not time stamped. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge stated they were prepared on 1/29/25 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
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. 1 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. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout Person in charge printed a copy and had all employees sign and date. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged with some openings up to an inch above refrigeration, three compartment sink near ice machine, and above preparation area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors off main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
67
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw shell egg over cut cabbage. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the safe refrigerator storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout Person in charge printed a copy and had all employees sign and date. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged with some openings up to an inch above refrigeration, three compartment sink near ice machine, and above preparation area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors off main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
35B-03-4
70
Jan 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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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. Printed a copy for Person in charge . Person in charge read and signed agreement. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged with some openings up to an inch above refrigeration, three compartment sink near ice machine, and above preparation area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in Walk in cooler cans of soda stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floors **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors off main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
74
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged with some openings up to an inch above refrigeration, three compartment sink near ice machine, and above preparation area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors off main kitchen area.
35B-03-4
90
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Aug 24, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed One spray bottle container of cleaning solution not labeled in the main kitchen area. Person in charge labeled the cleaning solution. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damage with up to 1 inch above reach in cooler and above three bay compartment sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cooler gaskets in bar Reach in cooler soiled with mold like substance. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hi Way Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hi Way Bar and Grill on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hi Way Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “outer openings not protected with self-closing doors” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Hi Way Bar and Grill.
How does Hi Way Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Hi Way Bar and Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Hi Way Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hi Way Bar and Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Hi Way Bar and Grill 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 Hi Way Bar and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hi Way Bar and Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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