Linger Lodge Restaurant

7205 85 St Ct E, Bradenton, FL 34202

American

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Linger Lodge Restaurant has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 22, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Linger Lodge Restaurant scores about where you'd expect for a Bradenton restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener up front soiled. Operator cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Customer self-service equipment in contact with non-time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned before refilling. Observed a black mold like substance on the ice drop tray inside the ice machine.

22-29-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed the shelving in the kitchen below the burners soiled and rusted. **Repeat Violation**

14-33-4

Oct 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener up front soiled and the can opener in the back storeroom soiled and rusted. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hoods with grease beginning to drip on the ceiling of the hoods and the ansul pipes.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed the shelving in the kitchen below the burners soiled and rusted.

14-33-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black mold like substance on the ice drop tray inside the ice machine in the server area.

22-20-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor under the shelving in the dry storeroom. Operator moved items. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Mar 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed fish thawing in the hand washing sink in the back kitchen. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door across from the dish area without a self closer and exits to the outside.

35B-03-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters over the grill with a grease build up.

23-03-4

Oct 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor and under shelves on the floor in the walk in freezer.

08B-38-4

May 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener. Operator removed to clean. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the ice machine at the bar with a black mold like substance on the ice drop tray and walls.

22-20-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor and under shelves on the floor. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Sep 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw calamari in walk in cooler. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener in back kitchen with a black mold like substance on it. Operator removed to clean. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food and pans of food stored on the floor in walk in freezer. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall below the table across from the table for labeling.

36-24-5

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed fluorescent light bulbs over the grill and in the back storage room not covered or protected.

38-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed a build up of grease dripping from the wall above the single door oven and over the flat grill.

23-03-4

Jan 20, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Jul 22, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Linger Lodge Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Linger Lodge Restaurant on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Linger Lodge Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Linger Lodge Restaurant.

How does Linger Lodge Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Linger Lodge Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Linger Lodge Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Linger Lodge Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Linger Lodge Restaurant 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 Linger Lodge Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Linger Lodge Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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