The Olive Garden 1027
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
64
Score
The Olive Garden, located at 4420 W 14th St in Bradenton, FL, underwent a moderate-risk inspection on April 6, 2026, with a score of 64. This inspection identified one critical violation and six minor violations. Previous inspections for this Italian restaurant have consistently fallen into the medium-risk category.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
64
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
74
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
45
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
78
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
58
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
64
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
74
Aug 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
74
Violations — Apr 6, 2026 Inspection
Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access.observed next to handwashing sink no back flow device on threaded faucet.
29-38-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.observed on reach in coolers and microwave door handles soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned . **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor areas covered with standing water in back kitchen area by soup station and dishwasher area. Person in charge mopped areas. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Grease receptacle lid open.Person in charge closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-29-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on cooks line reach in cooler and reach in freezer mold like substance on gaskets.
23-03-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. observed on front kitchen line reaching cooler spinach and artichoke dip (48F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated it had been on the top part of reach in cooler for approximately three hours. Person in charge placed ice underneath and on top of dip. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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