Clearwater Brewing Company

1700 N Ft Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

High Risk

Clearwater Brewing Company appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2022. On Mar 11, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “no plan review submitted”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Clearwater Brewing Company's 52 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked chicken dated 2/1 beyond 7 days . Employee discarded chicken . **Corrected On-Site**

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. Cooked chicken dated 2/1 beyond 7 days . Employee discarded chicken . **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-24-5

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Grill added between fryer and ovens , fryer in front of first compartment of triple sink , removed combo fridge / freezer and removed prep table with mixer

51-16-7

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.

53B-01-5

Intermediate - One Sink compartment of three-compartment sink blocked by fryer

16-08-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-04-4

Aug 6, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 12, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ License application submitted . Unable to issue license until plans are submitted , approved and verified .

50-08-7

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans not accurate to those on record. flat grill replaced with three stacked pizza ovens . Deli style cooler , refrigerator with freezer added.

51-16-7

Jun 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

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.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

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.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator confirmed in ServSafe search. **Corrected On-Site**

53A-01-7

Dec 21, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 28, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Clearwater Brewing Company last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Clearwater Brewing Company on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Clearwater Brewing Company?

Across the inspection record, “no plan review submitted” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Clearwater Brewing Company.

How does Clearwater Brewing Company compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?

Clearwater Brewing Company most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater average of 79.

Has Clearwater Brewing Company's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Clearwater Brewing Company have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Clearwater Brewing Company 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 Clearwater Brewing Company inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Clearwater Brewing Company is inspected around two times per year on average.

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