Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
70
Score
Inspectors have visited Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 18, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “food stored on floor” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co's latest score of 70 falls below the Bradenton average of 83. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed packed raw beef in the same pan as ready to eat ham in reach-in cooler drawer on cook line. Operator separated products into separate pans. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-08-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator replaced paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of beef tallow on the floor in dry storage area. Operator moved case of beef tallow of the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in flour on wire rack at beginning of cook line. Operator moved handle above flour. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
70
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken wings on top of raw beef in walk-in cooler. Operator moved chicken wings to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun in bar area with black mold like substance on interior of soda gun. Operator cleaned soda gun. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve foil pans on top shelf in dry storage area not inverted. Operator to inverted foil pans. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 50lb bag of potatoes on the floor in the dry storage area. Operator moved potatoes to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in flour bin on rack across from single door flip top make station at the end of cook line. Operator moved handle above product. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit exterior door from kitchen without a self closer.
35B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of single door glass reach-in cooler in dry storage area. Operator cleaned up water. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed quaternary sanitizer bucket on the floor in kitchen across from single door flip top make station. Operator moved sanitizer bucket to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
58
Feb 10, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
52
Oct 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored in direct contact with bags of onions in walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in ice machine in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic cups at soda machine wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment handle between uses. Observed tongs at cookline stored on equipment handle. Operator removed tongs to be cleaned and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood vents over cookline.
23-03-4
70
Aug 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
29
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
12
Jan 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine reading 00ppm. Operator set up three compartment sink. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer reading 200 ppm. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked the eggs and then touched clean plate without washing hands. Instructed employee and manager on proper hand washing protocol.
12A-27-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Milk 48F stored in reach cooler at wait station. Operator stated that the milk has been in reach in cooler overnight. Operator discarded the milk.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage 53F stored in reach in cooler at the cook line. Per operator sausage has been stored in the reach in cooler for less then 2 hours. Operator placed sausage in other reach in cooler in the kitchen. Milk 48F stored in reach cooler at wait station. Operator stated that the milk has been in reach in cooler overnight. Operator discarded the milk. Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket chlorine +200ppm. Operator diluted solution, new reading 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink in the kitchen area. Operator added the soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken salad in reach in cooler at the kitchen area, has no date mark on, and has been prepared more then 24 hours ago. Operator labeled the container with chicken salad. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to wait station.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood over grill soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit door of the establishment.
35B-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co.
How does Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co 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 Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pork Bellys Eatery & Catering Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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