Brick's Smoked Meats
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025
55
Score
Going back to 2022, Brick's Smoked Meats has 14 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 8, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
By comparison, the average Brandon facility scores 82, putting Brick's Smoked Meats on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
14
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork in walk in cooler. Manager placed chicken on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with food debris. Ice chute at soda fountain has pink slimy buildup.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Knives in hand sink by smoker. Spray bottle in hand sink at bar. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 3 new hires, no reporting agreement on file. Emailed agreement to manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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 thawed salmon in unopened salmon portions in reduced oxygen packaging. Operator removed from packaging. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on flip top cooler cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spritzing solution for brisket in an unlabeled spray bottle. Operator placed label. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
55
May 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink glasses at wait station. Employee re-washed, left in glass rack to dry. 1/3 pans on clean dish rack. Manager separated to dry. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: Employee separated to air dry. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
86
May 12, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 3 live flies observed in dish area. Operator eradicated, cleaned and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler. Manager moved chicken to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Refrigerated time/temperature control for safety food received at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at salad cooler / flip top cooler on right side of cookline Boiled Eggs (55F); Cut Lettuce (55F); Brussels Sprouts (55F); Cooked potatoes (55F); Sliced Tomatoes (55F). Operator discarded all food in cooler and called in work order for the cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-21-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On shelf over breading station. On prep table in prep area. Manager moved drinks **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink glasses at wait station. Employee re-washed, left in glass rack to dry. 1/3 pans on clean dish rack. Manager separated to dry. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of fries on floor in walk in freezer. Manager placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching in bulk brown sugar. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Flip top cooler on cookline. Employee removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
45
Feb 18, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Dec 17, 2024
Complaint Full
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-17: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
74
Dec 16, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 26 droppings observed in 2nd floor storage area near roof access. **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Observed on electrical conduit at ceiling opening near roof access. **Admin Complaint**
35A-18-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Tools and utensils in hand sink by back door. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dump liquid into hand sink in prep area **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In prep area. Manager replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Produce wedger. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 13 dead roaches observed on 3 glue traps on floor near roof access. 7 dead roaches observed on glue trap in 2nd floor storage room. **Admin Complaint**
35A-06-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jackets and purse stored on soda syrup rack. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cookline **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink glasses at wait station **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in bulk storage bins. Manager properly stored. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
27
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bucket on cooler
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Supplies in sink
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
74
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bleach, tools dishwasher sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Prep room, pepper table
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Mixer paddle onelectric panel wall, unable to sanitize **Corrected On-Site**
10-02-4
70
Aug 23, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed allowing visibility between the men's and women's restrooms at the hand sink area under, above, and adjacent to the vanity mirrors(which are also shared with adjacent Chapter 11 Brew Pub and Smokehouse at 775 Brandon Town Center Mall) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-19: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed allowing visibility between the men's and women's restrooms at the hand sink area under, above, and adjacent to the vanity mirrors(which are also shared with adjacent Chapter 11 Brew Pub and Smokehouse at 775 Brandon Town Center Mall) **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: Observed wall installed in restrooms but observed 2 location where opposite restroom **Time Extended**
32-04-4
95
Jun 19, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed allowing visibility between the men's and women's restrooms at the hand sink area under, above, and adjacent to the vanity mirrors(which are also shared with adjacent Chapter 11 Brew Pub and Smokehouse at 775 Brandon Town Center Mall) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-19: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed allowing visibility between the men's and women's restrooms at the hand sink area under, above, and adjacent to the vanity mirrors(which are also shared with adjacent Chapter 11 Brew Pub and Smokehouse at 775 Brandon Town Center Mall) **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food debris on on can opener **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-19: Observed old food debris stored on can opener **Time Extended**
23-03-4
90
May 16, 2023
Complaint Full
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 2 knifes stored between cookline reachin coolers Corrected- observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food debris on on can opener **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed straws stored on floor in dry storage room **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed stored on prep table **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed allowing visibility between the men's and women's restrooms at the hand sink area under, above, and adjacent to the vanity mirrors(which are also shared with adjacent Chapter 11 Brew Pub and Smokehouse at 775 Brandon Town Center Mall) **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing in dry storage room **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected-observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
70
Apr 14, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-14: No employee training at time of callback inspection **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed several missing in dry storage area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-14: Observed missing in dry storage area **Time Extended**
36-36-4
86
Oct 25, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Brick's Smoked Meats last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Brick's Smoked Meats on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Brick's Smoked Meats?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Brick's Smoked Meats.
How does Brick's Smoked Meats compare to other restaurants in Brandon?
Brick's Smoked Meats most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Brandon average of 82.
Has Brick's Smoked Meats' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Brick's Smoked Meats have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Brick's Smoked Meats 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 Brick's Smoked Meats inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Brick's Smoked Meats is inspected around five times per year on average.
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