Bruhmans BBQ
Last inspected: Jun 14, 2024
43
Score
Bruhmans BBQ appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Jun 14, 2024. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near 10 violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “no proof provided that some food employees are informed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
5
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Sausage (127F - Hot Holding) CORRECTED TO 172F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
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. Provided opera education packet containing reporting agreement. **Repeat Violation**
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. Discussed with operator on obtaining training certification for all employees.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with education packet containing cleanup procedure. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Gaskets on reach in cooler next to kitchen entrance soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in exterior of mobile truck, discussed with operator on fixing hole.
36-24-5
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Discussed with operator on obtaining decal for exterior or mobile unit. Operator placed on mobile unit at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-03-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Discussed with operator on placing numbers on exterior of mobile unit.
50-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler in disrepair next to storage closet on mobile unit.
14-11-5
43
Jan 19, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two live flies in kitchen **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed mobile unit use non-food grade hose to obtain potable water. **Warning**
29-04-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 02/01/2023. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Raid brand pesticide stored next to paprika on dry storage rack. **Warning**
41-10-4
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 - Self-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator states he no longer uses commissary at 2525 E Busch. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-22-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle under pickup table. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed mobile unit disposing waste water through an extension pipe onto gravel surface at back of parking lot behind unit, operator is able to shut off waste water tank to halt waste water pooling onto ground. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
28-09-5
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. Some employees hired less than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handle on hot rack next to door soiled. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Pickup window remained open during business hours, operator shut pickup window. Protective screen torn above pick up window. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35B-05-4
26
Jan 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
52
Oct 6, 2022
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bruhmans BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bruhmans BBQ on file is from Jun 14, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bruhmans BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that some food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bruhmans BBQ.
How does Bruhmans BBQ compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Bruhmans BBQ most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Bruhmans BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bruhmans BBQ have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bruhmans BBQ means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Bruhmans BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bruhmans BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.
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