Sparks Que and Brew

218 Reid Ave, Port St. Joe, FL 32456

American

Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Sparks Que and Brew, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average is 84, putting Sparks Que and Brew squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 23, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Left a copy. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle, outside by the smoke and inside by the three compartment sink hot water side not able to turn completely off.

29-11-4

Sep 5, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 5, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Sep 12, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured, by the drink machine.

51-11-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on the ground. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Jan 24, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-04-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed post mix on floor in front of the ice machine.

08B-38-4

Jul 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.

11-27-4

Jan 20, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Sep 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing there hands for 4 second.

12A-17-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Waitress and Pitt station.

31B-04-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed wet cloth and replaced them with dry cloth. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sparks Que and Brew last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sparks Que and Brew on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sparks Que and Brew?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sparks Que and Brew.

How does Sparks Que and Brew compare to other restaurants in Port St. Joe?

Sparks Que and Brew most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Port St. Joe average of 84.

Has Sparks Que and Brew's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sparks Que and Brew have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sparks Que and Brew 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 Sparks Que and Brew inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sparks Que and Brew is inspected around two times per year on average.

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