Coppertail Brewing Co
Last inspected: Aug 27, 2025
67
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Coppertail Brewing Co stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 27, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Coppertail Brewing Co trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer spray bottle on prep table at bar. Employee removed.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clear containers on dish drying rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of clear containers on dish drying rack.
24-08-4
67
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of clear containers on dish drying rack. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar in dry storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
82
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with blue liquid. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
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**
53B-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of clear containers on dish drying rack. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar in dry storage. **Warning**
02D-01-5
67
Apr 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
70
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta in walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with red liquid at bar.
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on shelf over prep table in kitchen.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of small clear containers on dish drying rack.
24-08-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at dish area.
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour in dry storage rack.
02D-01-5
61
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Dec 27, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Marinara labeled 12-18-22. **Warning**
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. Marinara date marked 12-18-22. **Warning**
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at upstairs bar. Spray bottle containing red liquid. Operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use on cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at bar. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk baking soda and brown sugar not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen storage area next to white chest freezer. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl in bulk milk powder. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on top of to go boxes for pretzels. Employee removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of squeeze bottles and clear containers on dish drying rack. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk box of mayo on floor in dry storage area. Bulk bag of onions on floor of kitchen. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at upstairs bar. **Warning**
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Coppertail Brewing Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Coppertail Brewing Co on file is from Aug 27, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Coppertail Brewing Co?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Coppertail Brewing Co.
How does Coppertail Brewing Co compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Coppertail Brewing Co most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Coppertail Brewing Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Coppertail Brewing Co have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Coppertail Brewing Co 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 Coppertail Brewing Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Coppertail Brewing Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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