Paris Bistrot

8131 Lakewood Main St #103, Bradenton, FL 34202

French

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Paris Bistrot, the earliest from 2022. On Jan 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Bradenton restaurant scores 83. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters with a grease build up and on the sides of the range and fryer.

23-03-4

Aug 12, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some kitchen tiles broken.

36-17-5

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed large hole in back wall. **Repeat Violation**

36-24-5

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

10-20-4

Jan 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.

12A-02-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

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 **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**

32-12-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees handling food and plate ware without a hair restraint.

13-03-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed large hole in back wall.

36-24-5

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.

10-20-4

Jul 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Feb 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

22-02-4

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed damaged light shield over ice machine.

38-01-4

Sep 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 25, 2023

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 2 major violations.

View 6 violations

No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food

FL-09

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Sep 2, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in front wait station area. Employee labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-17-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on the cook line. **Warning**

13-03-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine in between use. Employee removed to clean and sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

10-12-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooking utensils stored on prep table in container of water at 98F. Operator removed to clean and sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

10-07-4

Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Operator has had repairs done to establishment and has mop sink temporarily removed waiting on a repair. **Warning**

29-27-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Paris Bistrot last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Paris Bistrot on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Paris Bistrot?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Paris Bistrot.

How does Paris Bistrot compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Paris Bistrot most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Paris Bistrot's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Paris Bistrot have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Paris Bistrot 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 Paris Bistrot inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Paris Bistrot is inspected around two times per year on average.

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