The Roasted Spirit
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
52
Score
Inspectors have visited The Roasted Spirit nine times, with records going back to 2022. The Roasted Spirit was last inspected on Mar 31, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 11 violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up five times.
That's lower than the typical Clermont restaurant, which scores around 68. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -guard on ice machine has buildup -interior of reach in cooler at bar
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -operator made dispenser able to dispense towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of clear liquid at bar, operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Holes in or other damage to wall above mop sink
36-24-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. --above prepped veggies in walk in cooler, operator moved to lowest shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-49-4
Basic - Floor and floor drains are soiled/have accumulation of debris at bar.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -ceiling vents are dusty in kitchen -wall behind hot holding unit and oven on cook line
23-03-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. -bar, operator moved behind bar. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe under hand sink at bar
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -container of sugar at bar, operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
52
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. - cut lettuce (49F - ambient cooking, cut last evening, covered in reach in cooler);
01B-38-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. - cut lettuce (49F - ambient cooking, cut last evening, covered in reach in cooler);
03D-06-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. - cut lettuce (49F - ambient cooking, cut last evening, covered in reach in cooler)
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No soap or paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bar.
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -guard on ice machine, operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -red cutting board in dish area
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -employee bin above restaurant food in walk in cooler. Operator placed on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-49-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fans in walk in cooler are dusty
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. -stir sticks at bar **Repeat Violation**
25-09-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at hand sink in kitchen by walk in cooler.
29-11-4
45
Apr 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
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. -0 and 25 ppm. Operator primed machine, 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener, operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
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. -Tiffany
53B-13-5
Basic - Ice bucket not stored inverted between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at bar.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelf holding dry goods at bar
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. -stir sticks at bar
25-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar at bar **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at bar. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -lunch bag on shelves in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on reach in cooler at bar **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
45
Jan 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen and bar area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-14: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on reach in cooler at bar. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-14: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
90
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade towel used as liner for cutting boards on cook line. Educated operator. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee at bar touching equipment handles, then made drinks at bar with no glove change.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -items with poached eggs on brunch menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -1 expired
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of clear liquid in dish area. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -behind ice machine. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
29-28-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on reach in cooler at bar.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -side exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice bucket stored on dirty surface between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen and bar area.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -bar area
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
37
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -in bar area
41-17-4
Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. -employee at bar scooping ice and making drinks
13-06-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathrooms. **Corrected On-Site**
32-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar in bar area
02D-01-5
64
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
82
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
78
Dec 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Meatball mix over blue cheese crumbles. Manager rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. goat cheese (66F - Cold Holding) Employee removed from low boy to rearrange the station. Less than hours. Manager moved to freezer for rapid chill.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - interior of ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink contained rags and wipes. Manager removed. **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
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Customer beverages stored on floor near rear kitchen entrance.
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Roasted Spirit last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Roasted Spirit on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Roasted Spirit?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Roasted Spirit.
How does The Roasted Spirit compare to other restaurants in Clermont?
The Roasted Spirit most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Clermont average of 68.
Has The Roasted Spirit's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Roasted Spirit have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Roasted Spirit 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 The Roasted Spirit inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Roasted Spirit is inspected around three times per year on average.
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