Josephine's Italian Market
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
78
Score
Josephine's Italian Market appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 4, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Restaurants in Brandon average 82, so Josephine's Italian Market trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish area blocked by cart and mop bucket. Operator moved cart and bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. 2 knives at end of sandwich cooler. Operator removed, placed in container**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lemons over ready to eat items in reach in cooler. Operator moved lemons to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
78
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk in small cooler at bar held at 49F. Operator removed to larger cooler, adjusted thermostat to colder. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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/. Operator remodeled rear storage room, added equipment and is using the area for food preparation. Operator moved 3 compartment sink to the other side of the same wall, now in back room. Operator added a hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. No plans have been submitted to Plan Review. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 2 employee drinks on prep tables in prep area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Takeout containers in storage area. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lemons over Parmesan cheese in reach in cooler. Operator moved lemons **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour and spices in containers not labeled. Operator placed labels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
64
May 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottles on prep table. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat. Employee moved eggs **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled
22-02-4
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/ CFM arrived during inspection. Currently 4 food employees present and no CFM present. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cream cheese, operator placed date. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Various chemical bottles not labeled. Employees labeled bottles **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups used to scoop in dry seasonings. Employee removed cups **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Utensils . Employee inverted **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk Sugar not labeled in bar area. Operator placed labels. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Back prep area
38-07-4
Basic - Ceiling /walls not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Back storage room has rafters and vinyl on ceilings and walls. Wall vinyl is torn.
36-37-5
32
Aug 19, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Josephine's Italian Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Josephine's Italian Market on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Josephine's Italian Market?
Across the inspection record, “unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Josephine's Italian Market.
How does Josephine's Italian Market compare to other restaurants in Brandon?
Josephine's Italian Market most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Brandon average of 82.
Has Josephine's Italian Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Josephine's Italian Market have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Josephine's Italian Market means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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