Brewburgers
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Brewburgers 14 times, with records going back to 2022. On Dec 15, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly 10 violations earlier on.
Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Venice restaurant scores 79. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
14
Inspections
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Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 4 live flies on the cook line and in the dining area. **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee fill a sanitizer bucket in the handwashing sink on the cook line.
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. The operator cleaned the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage stored with clean food containers across from the dishmachine. The operator properly stored the employee beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. The employee put on a hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed the garage style door open to the patio with no pest protection. Observed 4 live flies on the cook line and the dining area.
35B-05-4
Basic - Standing water in the bottom of reach-in-coolers on the cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on the cutting board of the single-door reach in cooler at the entrance to the cook line. The operator properly stored the wet cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
58
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exit at the rear of the kitchen of cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-30: **Time Extended**
35B-04-4
95
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous food have been stored for approximately 1.5 hours. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored the above foods in the lower portion of the cold holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked mushrooms date marked 7/12. Observed french onion soup date marked 7/12 in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-24-5
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. Observed the chlorine solution for the dishmachine at 0ppm. The operator set up the three compartment sink for sanitizing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked mushrooms date marked 7/12. Observed french onion soup date marked 7/12 in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine or quaternary test kits available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the probe thermometer read 20F in ice water. The thermometer was properly calibrated. **Corrected On-Site**
05-06-4
Basic - Exit at the rear of the kitchen of cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
35B-04-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment on the cook line. The operator removed the knife for cleaning. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single-service foam cups stored on the floor near the ice machine.
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
35
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed certified food manager on duty Gabriel Jimenez expired 12/4/2024. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
86
Jan 10, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
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. Observed no chlorine sanitizer available for the dishmachine. Observed no chlorine solution for the glasses dishmachine on the cook line. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed deli corned beef (45F - Cold Holding); deli ham (45F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored in the lower portion of the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb near the Bain Marie.
29-34-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the wiping cloth solution on the cook line exceeding 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled near the three compartment sink.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed certified food manager on duty Gabriel Jimenez expired 12/4/2024.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink near the soda machine.
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic portion cup with no handle used as a scoop for parmesan cheese in the reach in cooler nearest the office. The operator removed the portion cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Coffee/ iced tea filters not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in the dessert reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the employee food. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored between the reach in cooler and the wall nearest the office. The operator removed the knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the mop sink.
42-01-4
25
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee touch bare arms the handle a lid for liquid butter without washing hands on the cook line.
12A-10-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed herb cheese sauce date marked 7/29. The operator discarded the cheese sauce. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed herb cheese sauce date marked 7/29. The operator discarded the cheese sauce. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding) stored in a container on top of ice behind the front counter. The operator stored the cheese in a reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb for the hose near the bain marie.
29-34-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on top of the warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed an employee drinking from a bottle of water with a cap not preventing hand contact with lip contact area of the drink in the cook line.
12B-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in-use tongs stored hanging from a handle on the front of the fryers. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employee handwashing signs for the hand sinks on the cook line. Observed no handwashing sign in the far restroom used by employees. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the wet cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
37
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked onions prepared on site date marked 11/21. The operator discarded the onions. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing ink in the public restrooms used by employees at 72F and 78F.
27-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine wiping cloth solution at 10ppm. The operator refilled the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in the reach in cooler near the rear exit. The operator properly stored the employee food. **Repeat Violation**
08B-49-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic beverage cups stored before air dried.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a container with raw chicken stored on the floor in the dry storage area. The operator placed the chicken in the walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop for the ice machine stored in a soiled container. The operator removed the scoop and container for sanitization. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the public restroom at the rear of the building.
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single-service napkins stored on the floor in the dry storage area. The operator properly stored the napkins. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature. The operator placed the chicken in the walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
45
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored in same container as cooked bacon. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-08-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles stored hanging near clean equipment in the dish area. The operator properly stored the spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Observed container for chlorine test kit with no color comparison chart.
16-36-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic ramekins with no handles used as a scoop for salt and pepper mix on the cook line. The operator removed the plastic ramekins. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored in reach in cooler in the dish area not segregated from food for the public. The operator properly stored the employee food. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee backpack stored on a shelf with bottled wine. The operator properly stored the backpack. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelets while engaging in food preparation on the cook line. The employee removed the bracelets. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a box of raw ground beef stored in the floor near the ice machine. The operator properly stored the ground beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in-use knives stored between the reach in cooler and wall at the entrance to the cook line. The operator removed the knives for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-17-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units on the cook line.
05-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
39
May 31, 2023
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at clean pan rack at end of dishwasher. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at clean pan rack at end of dishwasher. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-31: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at clean pan rack at end of dishwasher. **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clean pan rack at end of dishwasher. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clean pan rack at end of dishwasher. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-31: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clean pan rack at end of dishwasher. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-31: Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
86
May 30, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
74
May 26, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 12 flying insects on top of half wall separating kitchen and dining area. Observed 5 small flying insects on wall by hand wash sink next to dishwasher area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef patties over bucket of pickles in Walk-in cooler. Observed operator place pickle bucket on wheel dolly.Repeat 1-19-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef patties over raw fish in reach-in cooler draw at grill. Observed employee rearranged items for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material. **Warning**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at cooks line soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of packages of frozen mac and cheese in hand wash sink by dishwasher area. Employee removed items from sink **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink by dishwasher area. Observed operator replace soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at cooks line worn snd no lon cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at clean pan rack at end of dishwasher. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice ma rusted and chipped paint at lip of ice bin. Repeat 1-19-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clean pan rack at end of dishwasher. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed container of packages of frozen mac and cheese in hand wash sink by dishwasher area. Employee stated he was thawing them out. Employee removed and place food in reach-in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat 1-19-23 **Warning**
32-12-5
26
Jan 19, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
55
Aug 11, 2022
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing pesticide next to bottled beverages on a shelf in dry storage area. Manager removed the bottle to approved area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handled raw ground beef then ready to eat grilled cheese sandwiches without washing their hands. Manager discarded grilled cheese sandwiches. Instructed employee and manager on proper hand washing protocol. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-12-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed house made potato chips stored in no food-grade garbage bag. Manager removed chips and stored in appropriate container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed lemons, lettuce and carrots in walk in cooler. Manager moved raw shell eggs to an appropriate shelf for storage in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature on cook line. Manager stated raw shell eggs have been stored at room temperature for 30 minutes. Manager placed eggs in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee handled raw ground beef then ready to eat grilled cheese sandwiches without washing their hands. Manager discarded grilled cheese sandwiches. Instructed employee and manager on proper hand washing protocol. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tuna salad (50F - Cold Holding); deli ham (51F - Cold Holding); deli roast beef (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheddar cheese (46F - Cold Holding) Stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. Manager stated above items have been in reach in cooler for two hours. Manager emptied half the content of the pan into a separate pan and placed it in the bottom of the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed exterior of ice machine next to door is rusted and pitted. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed hamburger buns stored on floor in storage area. Manager stored buns on rack above the floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored in soiled ice scoop holder. Manager removed ice scoop and scoop holder to be sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind dish area soiled with black black mold like substance like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Brewburgers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Brewburgers on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Brewburgers?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Brewburgers.
How does Brewburgers compare to other restaurants in Venice?
Brewburgers most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Venice average of 79.
Has Brewburgers' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Brewburgers have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Brewburgers 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 Brewburgers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Brewburgers is inspected around four times per year on average.
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