Pier 22

1200 1 Ave W #200, Bradenton, FL 34205

Seafood

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Pier 22 seven times, with records going back to 2022. On Apr 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, showing up two times.

Pier 22's latest score of 95 sits above the Bradenton average of 83. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed the top of the dish machine with debris buildup.

16-21-4

Oct 31, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 24, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Observed employee water bottle on food prep table shelf.

12B-04-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed heavy ice buildup interior of walk in freezer.

14-69-4

Aug 18, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 20, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - 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. Observed no employee reporting forms in place. Inspector will email. Priority: Intermediate

11-26-1

Basic - Observed: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no lid on employee unisex restroom. Operator replaced with covered receptacle. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic

32-12-5

Basic - Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk-in freezer. Priority: Basic

14-69-4

Basic - Observed: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing sign at cook line hand wash sign. Operator put up sign. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic

31B-04-4

Basic - Observed: Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed silver improperly stored with handles down at server station. Operator switched silverware to handle up. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic

25-06-4

Nov 7, 2022

Complaint Full

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath rear kitchen exit door. **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed convection oven with buildup and soiled. **Repeat Violation**

22-08-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed soiled fan covers in beverage walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

36-50-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards in use. Operator stated they will order new. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Nov 3, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks stored on a dry storage rack next to clean equipment. Manager removed the drink. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pier 22 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pier 22 on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pier 22?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pier 22.

How does Pier 22 compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Pier 22 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Pier 22's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pier 22 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pier 22 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 Pier 22 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pier 22 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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