Jesses Tavern
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
39
Score
Jesses Tavern has been inspected nine times since 2022. On Dec 8, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, which has been cited two times.
Jesses Tavern's latest score of 39 falls below the Brandon average of 82. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Operator placed time mark on butter, sour cream and shredded cheddar blend. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handle soiled dishes then prepare drinks without washing hands. Manager discussed hand washing with employee. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in prep area blocked by cart. Operator moved cart. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid observed on cleaning shelf in dining area. Operator placed label **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop in bucket of standing water. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Buckets of pickles on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee at salad station with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Takeout containers by hot hold units. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed at bar. Operator reattached drain line. **Corrected On-Site**
29-17-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. 3 employee drinks in walk in cooler stored over food items. Operator placed drinks in pan labeled employee drinks. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Area under and behind soda fountain nozzles has food buildup.
23-03-4
39
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
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. Missing Training cards for servers, and bartenders **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-30: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plans on file Observed food prep table in walk in cooler with scale and raw meat's employees prep, and no hand sink 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/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-30: Plans not received per plan frescoes office. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
82
May 19, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed food prep table in walk in cooler with scale and raw meat's employees prep **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plans on file Observed food prep table in walk in cooler with scale and raw meat's employees prep, and no hand sink 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/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
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. Missing Training cards for servers, and bartenders **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
74
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line butter (70F - Cold Holding); sour cream (69F - Cold Holding). Manager will use Time As A Public Health Control, time marked and sent paperwork **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 10ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed food prep table in walk in cooler with scale and raw meat's employees prep **Warning**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No plans on file Observed food prep table in walk in cooler with scale and raw meat's employees prep, and no hand sink 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/. **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Missing Training cards for servers, and bartenders **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
52
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk-in freezer along floor
14-69-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 2 bags of shrimp thawing in standing water inn3-compartment sink Corrected-observed employee place Shrimp under cold running water **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt not labeled on prep table on cookline cutting board
02D-01-5
82
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Nov 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread sticks stored in non food grade bags Corrected observed employee transfer bread sticks to food grade bag **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a push cart stored in front of hand sink on service line Corrected observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing in bar area
31B-04-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
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 voluntarily discard **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jesses Tavern last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jesses Tavern on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jesses Tavern?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jesses Tavern.
How does Jesses Tavern compare to other restaurants in Brandon?
Jesses Tavern most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Brandon average of 82.
Has Jesses Tavern's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jesses Tavern have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Jesses Tavern 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 Jesses Tavern inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jesses Tavern is inspected around three times per year on average.
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