Wicked Barley Brewing Co
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
32
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Wicked Barley Brewing Co, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 17, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
Looking across the full record, “cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Wicked Barley Brewing Co's 32 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
11
Inspections
4
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 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. Dish machine chlorine 0 ppm. Supply bucket empty. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches on floor by prep line /expo behind coolers. 2 live roaches on floor by front side of expo line between vinyl cove. 3 live roaches on floor by prep line left hand side coolers. 1 live roaches on wall by left hand side cooler. 1 live roach on floor by cook line equipment. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment conducting ROP on cooked meats , cooked sauces, raw meats without approval from Tallahassee for special process or HACCp or waiver. The following items in chest freezer: all frozen. Cooked pepper sauce 1/31 8 packets of cooked pork. 5 packets of cooked bacon 3 packets of cooked pork. In walk in cooler **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle , bleach , by cleaned trays. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All employee training expired. **Warning** **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at multiple Hand Wash Sink stations.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment conducting ROP on cooked meats , cooked sauces, raw meats without approval from Tallahassee for special process or HACCp or waiver. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling by kitchen walkway. ( Water dripping from hole. )
36-32-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food service employee with no beard guard.
13-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dusty shelves. Kitchen
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered tray of baked items. Kitchen. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Loose missing cove molding. Kitchen.
36-03-4
32
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
82
Aug 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
61
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
16-46-4
86
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in kitchen.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Hand Wash Sink dispenser. Multiple.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Pet dog permitted in outdoor dining area without local ordinance allowing pet dogs in outdoor dining areas. Establishment allowed dog to walk through dining room. There currently is no doggy dining ordinance with city of Jacksonville. Consult local authorities for more details.
35A-13-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Missing cove molding. Rear kitchen.
36-03-4
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Condensation drip from AC Vent in kitchen.
36-63-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Loose sheet metal wall behind cook line.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. In use bowls stored under towels dispenser. Kitchen. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
10-04-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Utensil handle touching food . Chicken. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No Hand Wash Sign at kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
31B-04-4
47
May 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in rear kitchen area.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No high temperature measuring device for Dish Machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop in soiled scoop container. Moved by manager **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching chicken in cooler. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
16-46-4
64
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
41
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. make table/Reach in cooler on right hand side. Hummus 50°. Dairy. 50°. Chicken. 50° cut tomato 50° Per Person In Charge placed two hrs before. Moved by manager to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Moved by manager paper towel what Hand wash sink. Rear kitchen. Replaced by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle. Frontline. Marked by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. make table/Reach in cooler on right hand side of kitchen not functioning. Doors not tight fitting.
14-74-7
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee clothing over Single Service. Rear rack. Moved by manager.
40-06-5
64
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Fly in Rear kitchen.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 06/01/2023
50-17-3
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Unsecured co2 tank.
51-11-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Missing cove molding. Kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Missing drain cover at mop sink.
29-18-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. standing water on floor by Three compartment sink.
36-22-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Condensation water dripping from ceiling vent in kitchen by Dish Machine.
36-68-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Minor soiled ice scoop holder. Moved by manager for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Dry rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen meats thawing at room temperature. Moved by manager to cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
47
Oct 20, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in rear kitchen.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked peppers 47°, Cooked corn 50° in chill box tray on counter by prep line. Item placed about 11am. Ice added to items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled interior base of drawer coolers. kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Dry rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of kitchen cooler. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket on floor in kitchen.
21-38-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wicked Barley Brewing Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wicked Barley Brewing Co on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wicked Barley Brewing Co?
Across the inspection record, “cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wicked Barley Brewing Co.
How does Wicked Barley Brewing Co compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Wicked Barley Brewing Co most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Wicked Barley Brewing Co's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Wicked Barley Brewing Co have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Wicked Barley Brewing Co 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 Wicked Barley Brewing Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wicked Barley Brewing Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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