First Watch #1042

2326 W Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jul 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited First Watch #1042 seven times, with records going back to 2022. On Jul 15, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Brandon restaurant scores 82. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Smoked salmon held at 46F, time 8:50am. Manager placed ice bag. Rechecked at 9:35am, temp 41F. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

Mar 6, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Aug 16, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of sanitizer observed on rack of soda bibs. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw pork sausage stored under raw turkey sausage in walk in cooler. Discussed proper storage with manager **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in server area

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in bar area At handwashing sink in server station

31B-03-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered waste receptacle available in the rear two unisex restrooms.

32-12-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand wash sink in bar area At hand wash sink in server area

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Debris built up on ice machine vent screen.

23-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid, shared with neighboring operators

33-16-4

Feb 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Server area clean silverware

31A-09-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.

36-22-4

Nov 21, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Nov 15, 2022

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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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/

53A-05-6

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed powdered sugar not labeled above prep table in back kitchen Corrected-observed employee label **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing mop sink **Repeat Violation**

29-18-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 3 employee drink stored on prep table Corrected-observed employee voluntarily discard **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees purse stored on dry storage shelf with food Corrected-observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of bagels stored on floor in walk-in freezer Corrected-observed employee place on shelf **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed along walk-in freezer door **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Oct 19, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was First Watch #1042 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at First Watch #1042 on file is from Jul 15, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does First Watch #1042 compare to other restaurants in Brandon?

First Watch #1042 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Brandon average of 82.

Has First Watch #1042's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at First Watch #1042 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at First Watch #1042 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 First Watch #1042 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, First Watch #1042 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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