M&J Patio Rústico
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
86
Score
M&J Patio Rústico has been inspected seven times since 2022. M&J Patio Rústico was last inspected on Nov 13, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “outer openings not protected with self-closing doors”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average for Bradenton sits at 83, putting M&J Patio Rústico on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer .As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.Person in charge closed lid
33-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed it in sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
86
Apr 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed in back kitchen area Triple Sink (Chlorine 000ppm); Person in charge added more chlorine and recheck Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin..
22-20-5
Basic - Cooking oil stored on floor in back kitchen area. Person in charge removed from from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in back kitchen area.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. ** **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
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 - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on South End of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
67
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in back kitchen area.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill 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 on South End of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
82
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
82
Sep 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster behind building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on south side of building
35B-03-4
86
Apr 17, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
90
Sep 15, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 25 rodent droppings in equipment storage area and strong urine Oder. 10 rodent droppings by equipment storage rack in back area of kitchen 6 rodent droppings order 3 bay sink 8 rodent droppings behind fryers and grill **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reason for stop sale food over 41°F for over 4 hours. Observed in Reach in cooler across from Grill .Pork Ribs (51F - Cold Holding); Bean soup (48F - Cold Holding); Ham (52F - Cold Holding); Cheese (51F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that the above food items had been in the Reach in cooler over 4 hours. Educated Person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in cooler across from Grill .Pork Ribs (51F - Cold Holding); Bean soup (48F - Cold Holding); Ham (52F - Cold Holding); Cheese (51F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that the above food items had been in the Reach in cooler over 4 hours. Educated Person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all items. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 16 flying insects near dry storage and mop sink. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in front kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Basic - Grease on the pad around grease receptacle on side of building. **Warning**
33-20-4
Basic - Grease receptacle lid open on side area of building. Person in charge closed lid. Person in charge closed grease receptacle lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-29-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed in back area of kitchen rear entrance door not self closing. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled under fryers and grill in front kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-10-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 3 ceiling tiles missing in back storage area of kitchen. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in dishwasher area and back storage area. **Warning**
36-22-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was M&J Patio Rústico last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at M&J Patio Rústico on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at M&J Patio Rústico?
Across the inspection record, “outer openings not protected with self-closing doors” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at M&J Patio Rústico.
How does M&J Patio Rústico compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
M&J Patio Rústico most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has M&J Patio Rústico's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at M&J Patio Rústico have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at M&J Patio Rústico 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 M&J Patio Rústico inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, M&J Patio Rústico is inspected around two times per year on average.
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