Brew and Barrel Tavern
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
55
Score
Inspectors have visited Brew and Barrel Tavern eight times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 14, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up four times.
That's lower than the typical Jacksonville restaurant, which scores around 74. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler Mashed potatoes dated 4-5-2026, House made Marinara dated 4-4-2026, Ship wreck sauce made with butter blend dated 4-4-2026. See stop sale. Observed in pizza reach in cooler squeeze bottles containing House made Ranch dated 3-8-2026, House made Blue cheese dressing 3-27-2026 and 3-30-2026. See stop sale. Observed in reach in cooler located on cook line cooked roast beef dated 4-5-2026, Lemon butter dated 3-12-2026, Mashed Potatoes dated 4-5-2026, Vanilla bourbon made with butter dated 3-17-2016. See stop sale.
01B-28-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 2 flying insects. 1 flying insect on cook line. 1 flying insect in server area.
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee engaging in food preparation chewing gum. Employee discarded gum. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-09-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors under equipment soiled with food debris and grease.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach located on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
55
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance around soda nozzles in drink/ service area. Observed can opener with food debris buildup around blade.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance .
23-03-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed ice machine sealed shut not in use.
33-31-5
78
Apr 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 46 flying insects in kitchen area. 42 flying insects around mop sink. 4 flying insects on cook line. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-23: Observed 2 flying insects in trash can at warehouse washing area. Manager removed trash bag and discarded from premises. **Admin Complaint** **Corrected On-Site**
35A-02-6
86
Apr 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee engaging in food preparation touch pants and proceeded to prepare food without changing gloves and washing hands. Inspector spoke to employee regarding proper hand washing. Employee removed gloves and washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 46 flying insects in kitchen area. 42 flying insects around mop sink. 4 flying insects on cook line. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple Soda gun holders in bar area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed multiple dead insects in control device near exit. **Repeat Violation**
35A-06-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors behind equipment and ware washing area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled. Observed walk in cooler and walk in bar cooler with soiled door gaskets. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler on cook line soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water in drain under dish machine. Manager sprayed drain out and water drained properly. **Corrected On-Site**
29-19-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mops not properly stored to dry. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
50
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
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
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
45
Jun 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect near ware washing area.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed business license expired 6-1-2024.
50-17-3
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed Far Orzo made with cooked pasta dated 5-31-2024. See stop sale **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-24-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled at top of unit near ice chute. Manager removed splash guard and will start cleaning process. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
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. Observed commercially processed fish not removed from packaging during thawing. Manager cut packages of fish. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing drain cover near ice machine.
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door gasket torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
52
May 3, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed Far Orzo made with pasta dated 4-26-2024.
01B-28-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings at 57F-64F sitting next to fryers. Employee removed the wings and placed in reach in cooler. Observed egg wash at 56F. Manager placed more ice under egg wash. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink without back flow device on non chemical side of splitter. Manager removed splitter from mop sink until they are able to get back flow for non chemical side of splitter. **Corrected On-Site**
29-42-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed cold medicine, cough drops on top of ice machine in kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed hand sink near dish machine without hand soap. Manager replaced soap at hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tong on oven door on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in use wiping cloth under cutting board on cook line. Manager removed cloth from cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled behind back splash near ice chute.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door gasket torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bucket of sauerkraut on floor of walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knives stored in between coolers on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
33
Jun 8, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Brew and Barrel Tavern last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Brew and Barrel Tavern on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Brew and Barrel Tavern?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Brew and Barrel Tavern.
How does Brew and Barrel Tavern compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Brew and Barrel Tavern most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Brew and Barrel Tavern's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Brew and Barrel Tavern have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Brew and Barrel Tavern means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Brew and Barrel Tavern inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Brew and Barrel Tavern is inspected around three times per year on average.
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