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Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch

4044 Santa Caterina Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
American
Last inspected: May 1, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from May 1, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average for Bradenton sits at 83, putting Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 1, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters with a greasy build up. Operator stated they're coming tonight.
23-03-4
95
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener with rust on the blade and mount.
22-02-4
90
Mar 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed tuna thawing in the commercially processed ROP packaging. Operator removed and corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer and walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
82
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating in the kitchen in front of the cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 2 employees preparing food wearing watches.
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in cooler and walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handles. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not inverted or covered. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
78
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 2, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch on file is from May 1, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch.

How does Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch is inspected around three times per year on average.

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