Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474 11 times, with records going back to 2022. On Jan 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Kissimmee restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Jan 21, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Buildup in dish washing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. One microwave missing handle and one with a loose handle. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
90
Jan 13, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor 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. tested 3 cycles 0ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at hand sink in back of kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Server rinsed serving tray in hand sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Buildup in dish washing machine.
16-23-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cardboard scoop in seasoned flour. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Server wearing dangling bracelet and ring. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. One microwave missing handle and one with a loose handle.
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Several containers cracked. **Repeat Violation**
14-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pull-out drawers dirty on cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Reach in freezer on cook line has uncovered food.
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at the hand sink in the bar.
29-11-4
47
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
9 minor violations.
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Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Kitchen, inside near door. **Corrected On-Site**
33-06-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Flat container used to scoop flour. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Dishware not cleared of gross food and waste prior to being placed in three-compartment sink/dishmachine. **Corrected On-Site**
16-45-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bar tender, cutting fruit. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - Hood filters in dishwashing area missing from hood. Hood filters over grease laden cooking equipment maybe placed incorrectly.
14-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving where clean dishes are stored in dishwasher area.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
64
Apr 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Dish machine chlorine tested 2 times at 400-500 ppm. Advised rinsing in 3 bin sink and calling for service. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-18-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
82
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
43
May 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - soda gun at bar **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Dishwasher area
36-36-4
Basic - Dumpster located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.
33-15-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - inside dry storage closet
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - under kitchen shelves and equipment - employee restroom inside kitchen
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - - microwave
22-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - reach in coolers gaskets and around - ice scoop holders - cooking equipment - shelves above prep tables -walk-in cooler shelves - walk-in cooler fan cover - dry storage shelves
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
16-48-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler / freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. - in floor of dry storage closet
25-05-4
47
Dec 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At bar soda gun soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**
53B-14-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance at the dishwasher machine table, curtains and around
16-21-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. - ice cream scoop dipper well - hand wash sink next to cook line
29-11-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - drawers reach in cooler
22-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - reach in cooler drawers gaskets
23-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - walk-in freezer floor - under equipment and shelves
36-73-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. - observed in walk-in cooler
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. - next to prep area
38-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474 on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474.
How does Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474 compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?
Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Kissimmee average of 78.
Has Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474 have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474 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 Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 474 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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