Big Bear Brewing Company
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
78
Score
Big Bear Brewing Company appears in inspection records 13 times, starting in 2022. On Dec 15, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average is 77, putting Big Bear Brewing Company squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle in kitchen operator labeled. Operator labeled windex **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Dishmachine not currently in use, instructed to setup triple sink to sanitize.
16-55-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Triple sink is labeled wash/sanitize/rinse, indicating rinse is the final step
16-13-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Rag under cutting board. Operator replaced with rubber board mate mat. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
78
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Upon arrival dish machine in use. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) on 1st and 2nd test. Operator fixed, now operating at a 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See stop sale Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On stove; potatoes (87F - Hot Holding). Observed under no temperature control, per operator food not portioned or prepared today. Out of temp for an undisclosed amount of time. Operator threw away.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On stove; potatoes (87F - Hot Holding). Observed under no temperature control, per operator food not portioned or prepared today. Out of temp for an undisclosed amount of time. Operator threw away.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple sink (Quaternary 50 ppm). Operator readjusted to 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. 1)Observed milk in 2 door reach in cooler near the end of expo line. Operate unable to provide first open date. 2)Observed roasted garlic, no date mark on label. Operator labeled 07/25 **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed seared tuna on menu not properly identifiable to customers
02B-01-5
45
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
47
Nov 19, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Nov 18, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1)2 door true refrigerator; milk (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding) 2)Walk in cooler; salsa (45F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (44F - Cold Holding); garlic (45F - Cold Holding) Per operator foods not portioned or prepared today. In unit more than 4hrs. Observed (1) with high ambient temperature and (2) door not kept shut. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1)2 door true refrigerator; milk (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding) 2)Walk in cooler; salsa (45F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (44F - Cold Holding); garlic (45F - Cold Holding) Per operator foods not portioned or prepared today. In unit more than 4hrs. Observed (1) with high ambient temperature and (2) door not kept shut. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
74
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher handled dirty dishes then removed clean dishes from dishwasher
12A-13-4
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
16-36-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to Dishwasher Employee replaced paper towel **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Glass washer at bar
16-55-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
64
Sep 8, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the cookline next to the pizza station, cooked onions (60F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers (54F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (54F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding). The items were stored on this unit less than 4 hours. The items were replaced with new items at appropriate temperatures and placed on ice. At the grill station flip top cooler, garlic sauce (48F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (48F - Cold Holding). The items were in the cooler less than 4 hours. The items were moved to the walk in cooler to chill and cold hold. At the wait station expo station, shredded cheese (46-51F - Cold Holding). The cheese was stored on top of ice for less than 4 hours. The cheese was returned to refrigerator to chill and cold hold. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
86
Feb 21, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-21: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on vents in prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-21: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-21: **Time Extended**
36-01-4
82
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. #1:;Mac and cheese sauce (59°F - Cold Holding); pasta sauce (60°F - Cold Holding) In flip top cooler near walk-in cooler, observed both items to be double panned. Chef removed bottom pan. #2: sliced tomatoes (48°F - Cold Holding); raw hamburger patties (50°F - Cold Holding); raw steak (51°F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (49°F - Cold Holding) On cook-line, reach-in drawers below flip top cooler. Chef states items have been in cooler for less than 3 hours. Chef added bags of ice to items for proper cold-holding. #3: whipped butter (49°F - Cold Holding) Observed at front counter wait station. All items in ice bath temping except for butter. Operator states item has been in ice bath for less than 2 hours. Advised operator to add more ice to ice bath so sides of container are covered.**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun at bar soiled. Bartender cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at wait station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed in dish room. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse stored on clean dishes rack in dish room. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in cooler door gaskets have buildup on cook-line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. On cook-line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Big Bear Brewing Company last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Big Bear Brewing Company on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Big Bear Brewing Company?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Big Bear Brewing Company.
How does Big Bear Brewing Company compare to other restaurants in Coral Springs?
Big Bear Brewing Company most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Coral Springs average of 77.
Has Big Bear Brewing Company's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Bear Brewing Company have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Big Bear Brewing Company 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 Big Bear Brewing Company inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Big Bear Brewing Company is inspected around four times per year on average.
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