Black Sheep American Pub
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
86
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Black Sheep American Pub stretching back to 2023. On Jan 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about nine violations before that.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Restaurants in Lutz average 79, so Black Sheep American Pub is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing under hand sink in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
86
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); corn salad (46F - Cold Holding); sliced tomato (47F - Cold Holding); diced tomato (46F - Cold Holding) tested at 2:35pm. Operator stated that all items in there from 12:00pm. Operator removed them to walk in cooler cool off quickly. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing under hand sink in kitchen **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Empty drink on prep table. Operator discarded it **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
70
Jun 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Jan 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 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. Raw salmon in cooler on cook line not removed from packaging prior to thaw as indicated on package
01B-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. buttermilk (54F - Cold Holding), moved to cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holsters at bar soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager unable to locate all certificates
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
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. Raw salmon in cooler on cook line not removed from packaging prior to thaw as indicated on package, manager discarded **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled Exterior of flour bin soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cooler for glasses at bar
22-16-4
Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Outdoor walk in cooler not secured with fence door left open, manager secured fence **Corrected On-Site**
08B-63-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Pizza oven
22-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatulas in 126F water at steam table
10-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Prep cooler lids in disrepair on cook line Torn cooler gaskets
14-11-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
23-24-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
33
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on can opener.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in dish washing area, manager replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior top area.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top area.
16-21-4
74
Dec 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Jun 6, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Jan 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Black Sheep American Pub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Black Sheep American Pub on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Black Sheep American Pub?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Black Sheep American Pub.
How does Black Sheep American Pub compare to other restaurants in Lutz?
Black Sheep American Pub most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Lutz average of 79.
Has Black Sheep American Pub's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Black Sheep American Pub have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Black Sheep American Pub 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 Black Sheep American Pub inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Black Sheep American Pub is inspected around three times per year on average.
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