Inspection Report

Emergency Closure InspectionDBPR disposition: Emergency order recommended
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CORTEZ KITCHEN

4528 W 119 STREET · CORTEZ · Manatee County · FL 34215

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateApril 14, 2021
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency order recommended
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3082463
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID7562822
DBPR license5104508

Emergency Closure Summary

ClosedApril 14, 2021 12:55 PM
StatusReopened after callback/compliance
ReopenedApril 14, 2021 3:38 PM
Record basisDBPR weekly closure extract
Closure conditionRodent activity

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority2 Intermediate6 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical9 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

9 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 1

#7High Priority35A-04-4

High Priority – Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings around water heater near rear kitchen exit. Observed approximately 8 rodent droppings near used GE dishwasher proximal to water heater. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint

Intermediate 2

#8Intermediate22-22-4

Intermediate – Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#9Intermediate53B-14-5

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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint

Basic 6

#1Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling above cook lube soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#2Basic35B-01-4

Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed approximately 1" gap at back kitchen door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#3Basic36-41-4

Basic – Fan cover in walk-in cooler/freezer has accumulation of dust or debris. Observed soiling of fan cover in beer walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#4Basic29-08-4

Basic – Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leaking pipes at three compartment sink, fish curing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#5Basic23-08-4

Basic – Soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris. **Warning**

Warning
#6Basic36-10-4

Basic – Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed heavy accumulation of debris and soiling of floors throughout kitchen, storage and bar area. **Warning**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 5:22 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
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.