The Brinehouse
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
82
Score
Public records show eight inspections at The Brinehouse stretching back to 2023. 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.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
“Employee beverage container on a food preparation table” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Among Safety Harbor restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm corrected to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 employees no beard guard, discussed the importance of of using beard guards when involved in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board at the end of cook line.
14-09-4
82
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. Hand wash sink on cook line containing
29-20-5
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Baby broccoli cut/trimmed before it was washed. Discussed with operator the need to wash all produce before prep is done.
08B-39-4
90
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
50
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained. All cutting boards stained/grooved. Discussed with manager. Soda gun soiled in bar area. Employee states gun isn't used. Discussed the need to keep equipment clean and sanitized.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee computer case on prep table next to food and clean equipment. Employee moved personal items. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster with entire plaza. Dumpster lid has been closed. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lettuce and tomatoes above cut brussel sprouts. Employee rearranged storage in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Corners of ice machine in kitchen. Discussed with manager.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust. Ceiling tiles above cook line.
36-34-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Tongs hanging on side of equipment. Employee moved tongs **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table next to bread. Employee beverage on counter next to clean glassware. Both items have been relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
64
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly on cook line by prep area
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter left on counter 50F for less than 4 hours. Unable to get second temperature as butter was used in preparation for icing. Beef 44F was used in prep prior to being put in cooler. Second temp at 3:30pm 43F. All other foods in walk in cooler at proper temperature.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Manager renewed license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Food bucket intended for single use used to store grits.
25-32-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom next to office not self closing. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. To go container with no handle used to scoop dry ingredients.
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table in kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
50
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked chicken 75f, cooked beef 95f, cooling on speed rack, items moved to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with self-closing doors. Restroom next to office.
32-04-4
86
Jun 28, 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. Employee McDonald's drink on clean prep table
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic contain next to dish area
24-08-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handsink on cook line missing cold water handle
29-09-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee water bottle stored above ready to eat sauce
12B-13-4
82
Jan 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Brinehouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Brinehouse on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Brinehouse?
Across the inspection record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Brinehouse.
How does The Brinehouse compare to other restaurants in Safety Harbor?
The Brinehouse most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Safety Harbor average of 81.
Has The Brinehouse's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Brinehouse have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Brinehouse 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 The Brinehouse inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Brinehouse is inspected around three times per year on average.
Nearby Restaurants