Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
82
Score
Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 15, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Lakewood Ranch average 89, so Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the hand sink in the back kitchen blocked with cases of corn stored on a milk crate. Operator moved boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven door handle. Operator moved tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on the hood filters beginning to drip. Operator immediately cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
82
Oct 10, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed 2 soiled can openers. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee on the cook line without a hair restraint. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed the hood walls and ceiling with a grease buildup and it's beginning to drip from the ansul piping.
36-68-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 containers without labels. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Apr 21, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Oct 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Observed the establishment advertising Brasserie Burger on the menu with a description of "Brisket Blend". The label on the box of burgers states Black Angus "chuck" burgers. There is no mention of Brisket anywhere on the label or box or invoice. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-16: Menu continues to state "Brisket Blend" as ingredients on the menu. Burger meat being used is ground chuck. They have not complied to change the menu. **Admin Complaint**
52-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees on cook line wearing watches while preparing food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-16: **Time Extended**
13-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed the hood walls and ceiling with a grease buildup that's beginning to drip. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-16: **Time Extended**
36-68-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed greasy build up on hood filters on cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-16: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Nov 9, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water dripping from ceiling onto the floor at the back door. Operator stated the water heater is leaking. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: **Time Extended**
29-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/rafters soiled with accumulated dust. Observed dust build up on rafters in dining room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
90
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed Santa Fe Salad dressing on menu containing non pasteurized shell eggs not identified on the menu. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-09: Operator stated that the menus are being revised and are awaiting approval before being printed to replace the current menus at the establishment. Operator stated the process has started to get the menus corrected and in compliance. **Time Extended**
02B-04-5
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie.
How does Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie compare to other restaurants in Lakewood Ranch?
Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakewood Ranch average of 89.
Has Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie 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 Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie is inspected around three times per year on average.
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