Salem's Fresh Eats
5635 14th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207 · Permanent Food Service · License 5105383
What drove the grade
Establishment operating with no potable running water throughout establishment.The establishment restored potable water.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Aug 18 routine inspection2 high priority (fixed on the spot), 2 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 3 basic (2 repeats)-16
- Administrative complaint on Aug 18, since fixedReduced from 20 because a follow-up found the problems fixed-12
- Safety score72
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 2 visitsRoutine inspection
- Follow-up visitAug 19, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
2 earlier violations still noted, but not enough to need another visit:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate1
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Food manager certification expired.
Observed Sarah still expired.
More time given
Basic1
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
More time given
- First visitAug 18, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
7 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority2
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
Observed in front kitchen reach in cooler raw chicken over raw seafood. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken.
Fixed on the spot
Code 27, Water source: Establishment operating with no potable running water throughout establishment.The establishment restored potable water.
Fixed on the spotAdministrative complaint
Intermediate2
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Observed hose in handwashing sink. Person in charge removed.
Fixed on the spot
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Food manager certification expired.
A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Sarah expired.
Basic3
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: 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 employee.
Repeat violation
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floor area covered with standing water in front kitchen and back kitchen area.
Person in charge mopped floors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Code 40, Employee personal belongings: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Observed in front kitchen area cell phone and keys stored on food preparation table.Person in charge removed and cleaned surface.
Fixed on the spot
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Nonfood-contact surface
- Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.