POPI'S PLACE TOO
815 8 AVE W · PALMETTO · Manatee County · FL 34221
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
14 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 9
01B-01-4High Priority – Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of baked beans rusted on the tops of can. Observed 5 cans of pumpkin mix rusted on tops of can. Manager discarded cans. **Warning**
12A-27-4High Priority – Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and handled clean equipment without washing hands. Employee removed equipment to be sanitized and washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-29-4High Priority – Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wiping their hands on soiled apron. Employee was informed and washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over tortilla shells in reach in cooler on cook line. Employee removed the eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-13-4High Priority – Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed butter packets on all tables in dining area. Observed table of diners leave and a new table of diners seated at same table without properly disposing of dish of butter packets. Owner voluntarily discarded all butter packets from all tables. **Warning**
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All the following items were stored in the reach in cooler on the left side of cook line. Pooled Eggs (48F – Cold Holding); Beef (48F – Cold Holding); Ham (51F – Cold Holding); Cream Cheese (52F – Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (48F – Cold Holding); Cooked Onions (48F – Cold Holding); Pancake Batter (48F – Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (50F – Cold Holding). Manager stated that the items were stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Manager discarded items. **Warning**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All the following items were stored in the reach in cooler on the left side of cook line. Pooled Eggs (48F – Cold Holding); Beef (48F – Cold Holding); Ham (51F – Cold Holding); Cream Cheese (52F – Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (48F – Cold Holding); Cooked Onions (48F – Cold Holding); Pancake Batter (48F – Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (50F – Cold Holding). Manager stated that the items were stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Manager discarded items. All of the following items were stored in the reach in cooler on the right side of the cook line. Shredded Cheese (58F – Cold Holding); Cooked Eggs (53F – Cold Holding); Cheddar Cheese (59F – Cold Holding); Feta (58F – Cold Holding); Bleu Cheese (60F – Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (60F – Cold Holding); Ham (63F – Cold Holding); Chicken Salad (60F – Cold Holding); Tuna Salad (58F – Cold Holding); Provolone (62F – Cold Holding); Swiss (60F – Cold Holding); American (63F – Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (64F – Cold Holding); sauerkraut (64F – Cold Holding); Corn (60F – Cold Holding). Manager stated all the items were stored in the reach cooler for 2 hours. Manager placed bags of ice below and above all the items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
07-08-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food re-served to customers. Observed butter packets on all tables in dining area. Observed table of diners leave and a new table of diners seated at same table without properly disposing of dish of butter packets. Owner voluntarily discarded all butter packets from all tables. **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of stainless steel cleaner stored next to clean plates on cook line. Employee removed spray bottle. Container of hand sanitizer stored next to tea bags in front counter area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Intermediate 2
11-27-4Intermediate – Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed handout to operator. **Warning**
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed waffle maker on cook line soiled. Stand mixer head soiled. **Warning**
Basic 3
35A-03-4Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches on the floor in beverage walk in cooler. Manager swept and discarded the roaches. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-22-4Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floors under 3 compartment sink and in dry storage area. **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All dry storage shelves in kitchen soiled. Walk in cooler shelving soiled. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 17, 2026 8:06 AM.
Violation category totals
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1 observation(s)
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1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.