Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory

2330 Success Dr, Odessa, FL 33556
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 28, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

“Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Odessa restaurant scores 72. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two simple green spray bottles unlabeled in bar area. Operator labeled them correctly.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained in kitchen
22-02-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lettuce above ham in vertical reach in cooler. Operator removed the lettuce to bottom
08B-17-4
78
Jan 15, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler by dish washing machine in the center Cold holding: cheese 46 f cheese 46 f 2nd temp 43 f 43 f employee placed in freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed celery over ready to eat cheese walk in cooler **Warning**
08B-17-4
55
Jun 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory?

Across the inspection record, “unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory.

How does Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory compare to other restaurants in Odessa?

Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Odessa average of 72.

Has Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory 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 Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Thirsty Buffalo Brew Factory is inspected roughly once per year on average.