Michael John's
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
74
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Michael John's stretching back to 2023. On Feb 24, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up five times.
The city-wide average sits at 83, which Michael John's 74 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in upright reach in cooler raw ground beef over intact end beef steaks.educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed raw ground beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access.observed behind building on mop sink 2 way hose split no back flow device.
29-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed hood filters soiled with grease in main kitchen area.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior door not self closer. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
35B-03-4
74
Jun 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe raw shrimp in single door flip top make station on cook line with raw shrimp over mushrooms. Operator moved products from below shrimp. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of degreaser not labeled. Operator removed bottle to be labeled. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in middle bar area with glass brush in it. Operator removed brush. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator replaced paper towels.
31B-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed co2 tanks not properly secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil on floor in kitchen next to reach-in cooler near back door. Employee moved oil of the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs for cleaning and sanitizing. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior door from,I then without a self closer. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over fryer with build up of dust and grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler on cook line across from stove.
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish being thawed in standing water under 3 compartment sink. Educated employees on proper thawing. Employee placed fish under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
45
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
61
Jun 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area raw Beef over Butter. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw Beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen area. Person in charge cleaned ice bin. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cooks line.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area Reach in cooler on cooks line gaskets soiled with dried food particles.
23-03-4
74
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in upright Reach in cooler in front kitchen area raw Ground Beef over Beef roast. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed the Raw ground Beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on salad make station in main kitchen area employee beverage on cutting board. Educated Person in charge on employee beverages on food preparation table. Employee removed beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area above fryers and stove range hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
78
May 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in Reach in cooler on cooks line raw Lobster tail over unwashed fruit. Person in charge removed lobster. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee on cooks line touched head with gloves on and did not change gloves or wash hands. Educated Person in charge on Handwashing and glove use. Employee removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Potato Galette in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area not date marked. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 2/12/23 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the bar. Person in charge discarded bottle
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood vents over range and fryers. Observed soiled Reach in cooler gaskets throughout kitchen area and bar. 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. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Michael John's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Michael John's on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Michael John's?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Michael John's.
How does Michael John's compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Michael John's most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Michael John's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Michael John's have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Michael John's 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 Michael John's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Michael John's is inspected around two times per year on average.
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