Bradenton, Manatee County

3 KEYS BREWING COMPANY

2505 MANATEE AVE E, Bradenton, FL 34208

FoodSeating
Latest violations
8
1 High Priority
Apr 20, 2026
City
Bradenton
County
Manatee
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
12

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Apr 20, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 8

03A-02-5

Detail 24524030

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on food preparation table garlic pesto (62F - Cold Holding); Alfredo (53F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated they had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed both in reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 24524033

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in bar area both Handwashing sinks used as a dump sink.

13-03-4

Detail 24524035

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hat and washed hands. Corrected On-Site

33-23-4

Detail 24524036

Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 24524037

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

23-03-4

Detail 24524032

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

33-16-4

Detail 24524034

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

35B-03-4

Detail 24524031

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

Jan 20, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 7

11-27-4

Detail 24311162

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 Person in charge a copy of the handout. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-20: No written procedures for bodily fluids Admin Complaint

11-26-1

Detail 24311158

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-20: Admin Complaint

35B-01-4

Detail 24311161

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior screen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-20: Admin Complaint

33-23-4

Detail 24311156

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-20: Admin Complaint

23-03-4

Detail 24311160

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed above grill in main kitchen area 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 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-20: Admin Complaint

33-16-4

Detail 24311157

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-20: Admin Complaint

35B-03-4

Detail 24311159

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing door.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-20: Admin Complaint

Nov 19, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 4Basic: 7Total: 14

08A-05-6

Detail 24202273

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in reach in cooler on cooks line raw ground beef over ham and cooked turkey.Person in charge removed raw ground beef. Corrected On-Site Warning

02C-01-5

Detail 24202272

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.observed in walk-in cooler in house made pesto date marked with 10/31/25. Person in charge discarded. Warning

01B-13-4

Detail 24202274

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed in walk-in cooler in house made pesto date marked with 10/31/25. Person in charge discarded. Warning

11-27-4

Detail 24202280

Intermediate - 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 Person in charge a copy of the handout. Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 24202277

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 24202279

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning

11-26-1

Detail 24202275

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.. Warning

13-07-4

Detail 24202276

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed on employee engaging in food preparation watch on wrist. Employee removed and washed hands. Corrected On-Site Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 24202284

Basic - Exterior screen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Warning

33-23-4

Detail 24202283

Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Warning

14-69-4

Detail 24202271

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer for glasses on bar line. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24202278

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed above grill in main kitchen area 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 Warning

33-16-4

Detail 24202282

Basic - Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Warning

35B-03-4

Detail 24202281

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing door.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning

Feb 21, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 7Total: 7

13-07-4

Detail 23577922

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed on cooks line employee engaging in food preparation with wrist watch. Employee removed watch and washed hands. Corrected On-Site

13-04-4

Detail 23577920

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on beard guard and washed hands.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

35B-01-4

Detail 23577918

Basic - Exterior screen door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on north end of building.

33-20-4

Detail 23577924

Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 23577921

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers in front kitchen area 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

33-16-4

Detail 23577919

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid are pinned against the fence and cannot be closed. Manager said she would contact the waste removal service and have them move the dumpster so they can close lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

35B-03-4

Detail 23577923

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on north end of building.

Sep 11, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 7Total: 8

03A-02-5

Detail 23136859

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (49F - Cold Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated that they put both products in reach in cooler approximately 1 hour ago . Person in charge put both products in walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken

22-20-5

Detail 23136861

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

13-04-4

Detail 23136854

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on beard guard and washed hands. Corrected On-Site

33-19-4

Detail 23136860

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

33-20-4

Detail 23136855

Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

23-03-4

Detail 23136856

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers in front kitchen area 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

33-16-4

Detail 23136858

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid are pinned against the fence and cannot be closed. Manager said she would contact the waste removal service and have them move the dumpster so they can close lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

29-11-4

Detail 23136857

Basic - Water leaking from pipe on hand washing sink in dishwasher area.

Jan 18, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Basic: 5Total: 8

22-40-4

Detail 22573010

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Observed in bar area sanitizer bucket Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary Bar 000ppm); Person in charge replaced sanitizer and recheck Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 300ppm). Corrective Action Taken

02C-01-5

Detail 22573017

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in Walk in cooler in main kitchen area in house made Enchilada sauce date marked 12/21/23 and cooked Ground Beef egg roll filling 1/10/24. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both food items.

01B-13-4

Detail 22573012

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in Walk in cooler in main kitchen area in house made Enchilada sauce date marked 12/21/23 and cooked Ground Beef egg roll filling 1/10/24. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both food items.

24-08-4

Detail 22573015

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in back kitchen area food grade containers stacked wet. Person in charge removed from shelf and placed in dish washing area. Corrected On-Site

33-15-4

Detail 22573011

Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Open dumpster lid. Person in charge could not close.dumpster lid against wall. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

33-23-4

Detail 22573013

Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface in back parking lot. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 22573014

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in back kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned microwave. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 22573016

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over flat top grill soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

Jul 10, 2023

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

11-27-4

Detail 22107519

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: Time Extended

11-26-1

Detail 22107518

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 22107517

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over flat top grill soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: Time Extended

Jul 7, 2023

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 7

01B-02-5

Detail 22105393

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Walk in cooler in main kitchen area Raw ground Beef (52F - Cold Holding); Ham (54F - Cold Holding); Cooked Meatballs (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Raw Fish (51F - Cold Holding); whole Cream (50F - Cold Holding); Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pasta (54F - Cold Holding); Smoke Fish dip (52F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (48F - Cold Holding); Butter (48F - Cold Holding); Marinara (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (49F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all items. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22105388

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Walk in cooler in main kitchen area Raw ground Beef (52F - Cold Holding); Ham (54F - Cold Holding); Cooked Meatballs (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Raw Fish (51F - Cold Holding); whole Cream (50F - Cold Holding); Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pasta (54F - Cold Holding); Smoke Fish dip (52F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (48F - Cold Holding); Butter (48F - Cold Holding); Marinara (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (49F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all items. Warning

11-27-4

Detail 22105389

Intermediate - 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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 22105391

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge Warning

33-23-4

Detail 22105387

Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface in back parking lot. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 22105390

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over flat top grill soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning

33-16-4

Detail 22105392

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. Corrected On-Site Warning

Jan 18, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 5Total: 5

08B-38-4

Detail 21705532

Basic - Cut potato bucket stored on floor in Walk in cooler in back area of main kitchen. Person in charge removed from floor. Corrected On-Site

33-19-4

Detail 21705533

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

33-23-4

Detail 21705535

Basic - Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface outside on North end of building.

23-03-4

Detail 21705534

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over flat top grill soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

33-16-4

Detail 21705531

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid are pinned against the fence and cannot be closed. Manager said he would contact the waste removal service and have them move the dumpster so they can close lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

Aug 26, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

01B-02-5

Detail 21309619

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Beer Cheese sauce (125F - Reheating); Beef Gravy (129F - Reheating) time of temperatures 12:40pm Person in charge stated they were reheated and the start time was 10:15 am. Educated Person in charge on reheating TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both items.

03E-02-5

Detail 21309622

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Observed Beer Cheese sauce (125F - Reheating); Beef Gravy (129F - Reheating) time of temperatures 12:40pm Person in charge stated they were reheated and the start time was 10:15 am. Educated Person in charge on reheating TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both items.

33-19-4

Detail 21309621

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

33-23-4

Detail 21309620

Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease receptacle on grass As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

23-03-4

Detail 21309623

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters above the grill and fryers in main kitchen area soiled with grease. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

33-16-4

Detail 21309618

Basic - Open dumpster lid. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.

Mar 14, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 7Total: 7

22-20-5

Detail 20927971

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine. Manager cleaned ice machine. Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 20927968

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook no hair restraint. Cook put on hat and washed hands. Corrected On-Site

36-73-4

Detail 20927969

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under all equipment and food storage shelves in main kitchen area and food preparation area.

33-19-4

Detail 20927967

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

33-23-4

Detail 20927972

Basic - Grease not on pad/nonabsorbent surface.

23-03-4

Detail 20927973

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over flat top grill soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

33-16-4

Detail 20927970

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid are pinned against the fence and cannot be closed. Manager said she would contact the waste removal service and have them move the dumpster so they can close lid. Corrective Action Taken

Jul 29, 2021

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 9Total: 11

22-02-4

Detail 20386157

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with buildup. Repeat** Observed soda gun nozzle with mold like buildup. Both corrected by employees. Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 20386158

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips.

36-36-4

Detail 20386156

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in wait station with soda lines. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the manager. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 20386155

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a green and red cutting board on cooks line with cut marks.

12B-07-4

Detail 20386154

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee removed drink to lower shelf. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 20386163

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on fan cover in Walkin freezer.

23-03-4

Detail 20386159

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with buildup of grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the manager. Repeat Violation

25-06-4

Detail 20386162

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed in wait station, single use items not inverted. Employee corrected by inverting. Corrected On-Site

36-50-4

Detail 20386161

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed vents in bar area with buildup of mold like residue.

23-01-4

Detail 20386160

Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled.

21-08-4

Detail 20386164

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed 0ppm of quaternary in bucket, operator changed bucket and 150ppm was observed.