Zenobia

1857 Lakewood Ranch Dr., Bradenton, FL 34211

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Apr 4, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Zenobia stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 4, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.

Across the inspection history, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to other Bradenton restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 4, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the front handwashing sink. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the cutting board with deep grooves.

14-09-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor in the kitchen and on the cook line soiled with debris.

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on the floor on the cook line. Operator moved items. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door without a self closer. **Repeat Violation**

35B-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-33-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

14-17-4

Mar 27, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in the walk in cooler.

14-17-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the walk in cooler floor soiled with debris.

36-73-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door without a self closer. **Repeat Violation**

35B-03-4

Aug 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee preparing and serving food without changing gloves other washing hands when changing tasks. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink next to the dish machine blocked with food store$ in the sink and a brush. It was also out of soap and paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard lining the metro shelves in back kitchen.

14-45-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored in between equipment on the cooks line. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door without a self closer.

35B-03-4

Jun 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handles. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-20: **Time Extended**

10-20-4

Apr 17, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Oct 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front of kitchen handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed a grease build up under the stove on the front line. Operator stated they will clean this week.

36-73-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Jan 20, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zenobia last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zenobia on file is from Apr 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zenobia?

Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Zenobia.

How does Zenobia compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Zenobia most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Zenobia's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Zenobia have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Zenobia 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 Zenobia inspected?

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

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