Sam's Seafood and Grill
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
64
Score
Sam's Seafood and Grill has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Grease receptacle/dumpster not” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Bradenton facility scores 83, putting Sam's Seafood and Grill on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.observed in reach in cooler raw chicken over unwashed produce.emailed Person in charge a copy of the safe refrigerator storage handout.Person in charge removed chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee came in from outside the building,put on gloves,touched clean utensils in the grill area and failed to wash hands before putting on clean gloves. Educated Person in charge on handwashing and glove use. Employee placed utensils in dish washing area,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.observed umut,Mohamed Carolina,Yesenia,Gloria Alex.
53B-14-5
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. observed in West End of parking area grease receptacle not on a non-absorbent pad.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
64
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on guard and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. observed in West End of parking area grease receptacle not on a non-absorbent pad.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with grease.Person in charge cleaned microwave.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employe **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
78
Apr 21, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: license expired **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: **Time Extended**
33-23-4
82
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
95
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler raw seafood over unwashed produce. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw seafood. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Samir and Sam **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned can opener. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No cleaning agent provided in wash compartment of sink. Observed employee washing dishes in triple sink not sanitizing dishes. Educated Person in charge . Person in charge filled sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-06-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - 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. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in back kitchen area unlabeled bottles of chemicals. Person in charge stated it was degreaser and bleach and labeled both bottles accordingly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed in main kitchen area employee using 2nd compartment of triple sink to wash dishes,rinsing in 3rd compartment and mot sanitizing dishes. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge set up triple sink correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-13-5
Basic - Fryer oil stored on floor in main kitchen area. Person in charge stated they had no deliveries today. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-23-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area above reach in cooler soiled microwave with dried food particles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-08-4
37
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen above Reach in cooler microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned microwave. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed in back kitchen area employee engaging in food preparation with a wrist band and watch. Employee removed and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking lot As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
86
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Lester
53B-13-5
Basic - Floor area covered with standing water in back area of kitchen in dry storage
36-22-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking lot As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen area.
22-20-5
78
Apr 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed,employee engaging in food preparation in back kitchen area changed soiled gloves and put on clean gloves and failed to wash hands. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - 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. Educated Person in charge on employee health agreement and emailed Person in charge a copy in English and Spanish.
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on dry food storage rack in back area of kitchen employee clothing and bags stored on rack.
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and and grill area hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on west end of parking lot.
33-23-4
Basic - Food stored on floor in main kitchen area fryer oil. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
64
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee put on beard guard and hair restraint with gloves on and start food preparation and did not change gloves. Stop employee and educated employee on glove use. Employee removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed employee touched face with gloves on and started food preparation and failed to change gloves and wash hands. Person in charge had employee change gloves and wash hands. **Time Extended**
12A-09-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed seasoned water used to dip seafood before it is coated for deep frying 76F by fryers in main kitchen area. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed seasoned water used for dipping seafood for deep frying 62°F. Person in charge discarded. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sam's Seafood and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sam's Seafood and Grill on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sam's Seafood and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “grease receptacle/dumpster not” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Sam's Seafood and Grill.
How does Sam's Seafood and Grill compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Sam's Seafood and Grill most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Sam's Seafood and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sam's Seafood and Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sam's Seafood and Grill 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 Sam's Seafood and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sam's Seafood and Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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